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AU55 KSX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,688 mi
Last recorded108,688 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 KSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2023 108,688 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 105,601 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 102,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 96,451 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 87,483 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 81,613 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 74,671 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 69,862 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 64,951 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 58,870 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 47,732 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 33,612 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 26,983 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 21,475 miles

O/S/F Tyre,tread depth low on inner edge

Small cut(s) in N/S/R Tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2008 16,340 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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AU55 KSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AU55 KSX, 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

How do I check the history of AU55 KSX?

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What year was AU55 KSX registered?

AU55 KSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is AU55 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 KSX shows 15 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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