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AK55 YKE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,936 mi
Last recorded122,936 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 122,936 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 104,936 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 91,838 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 91,838 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 83,007 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 81,583 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 78,128 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 76,080 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 71,748 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 71,048 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 63,031 miles

slight play/wear in n/s/f anti-roll bar end link not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 3 Sep 2009 48,616 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 33,991 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 YKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YKE, 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 YKE registered?

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

Is AK55 YKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 YKE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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