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AK55 YGN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

104,212 mi
Last recorded104,212 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2019 104,212 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 98,221 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

both front tyres getting down to wear markers

Pass 17 Nov 2017 92,100 miles

O/S/R Brake has slight bind.

Pass 25 Oct 2016 84,206 miles

black tape on dash clock

Pass 23 Oct 2015 77,263 miles

Black tape on dash clock

Pass 5 Nov 2014 70,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tape on dashboard

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2013 63,256 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

black tape on dash to cover warnings

Pass 23 Oct 2012 56,299 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 49,838 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 43,532 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 35,242 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 28,125 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AK55 YGN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 YGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK55 YGN registered?

AK55 YGN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is AK55 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 YGN shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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