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AX05 FEP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,355 mi
Last recorded94,355 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 FEP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 94,355 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside inner face slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyres inner edge slightly out shape

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both headlamps lens in poor condition but beam pattern visible

Pass 30 Jul 2018 91,049 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight play in front jonts

Pass 15 Sep 2017 90,417 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 86,427 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 75,603 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2014 64,927 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 53,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 Aug 2013 53,978 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Numberplate has a crack

Fail 8 Sep 2011 41,347 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 41,347 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 34,911 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 29,519 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 24,109 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 24,109 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 FEP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FEP, 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 AX05 FEP registered?

AX05 FEP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is AX05 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 FEP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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