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AK55 YHA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,186 mi
Last recorded129,186 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2016 129,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 125,928 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing a full inspection of an adult seat belt

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2014 122,491 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Sep 2013 115,383 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 109,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 104,932 miles

large sump & under body covers fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2010 85,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyre treads distorted

wipers smearing

Pass 7 Nov 2009 63,325 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 43,407 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 YHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YHA, 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.

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What year was AK55 YHA registered?

AK55 YHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is AK55 YHA safe to buy?

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