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AX05 FEK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,693 mi
Last recorded138,693 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 FEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 138,693 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 134,716 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 131,124 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 131,123 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 126,605 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 126,605 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2012 122,131 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 115,874 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 101,013 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 92,016 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 92,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2008 85,833 miles

wipers slightly smeary

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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AX05 FEK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX05 FEK, 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 AX05 FEK registered?

AX05 FEK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is AX05 FEK safe to buy?

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