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DX05 FNR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

157,384 mi
Last recorded157,384 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 FNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 157,384 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2020 157,384 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 147,409 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 136,955 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 128,144 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 117,636 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 117,636 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 95,896 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light on

Fail 7 Feb 2015 95,489 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 76,446 miles

engine management light on

Pass 9 Feb 2013 58,294 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 44,157 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 44,157 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 41,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 41,369 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 33,383 miles

OSF tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 17 Jun 2010 33,383 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

OSF tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 28,760 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 20,433 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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DX05 FNR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX05 FNR, 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 DX05 FNR registered?

DX05 FNR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is DX05 FNR safe to buy?

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