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AG55 FNM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

72,922 mi
Last recorded72,922 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG55 FNM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 72,922 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 71,393 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 69,524 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 66,724 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 62,707 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 58,218 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 55,217 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 50,523 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 43,350 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 38,885 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 33,808 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,950 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)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 24,045 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 23,037 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 21,646 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 5 Sep 2011 19,443 miles

nearside rear tyre tread wearing low on inner and outer edges still within mot limits at time of test

offside rear tyre tread wearing low on inner edge but still within mot limits

Fail 5 Sep 2011 19,439 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre tread wearing low on inner and outer edges still within mot limits at time of test

offside rear tyre tread wearing low on inner edge but still within mot limits

Pass 27 Aug 2010 16,313 miles

FRONT AND REAR DISCS SLIGHTLY PITTED AND CORRODED ON INNER FACES

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 14,256 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 12,090 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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AG55 FNM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AG55 FNM, 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 AG55 FNM registered?

AG55 FNM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AG55 FNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG55 FNM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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