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EO55 FBK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,123 mi
Last recorded148,123 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 FBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 148,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 144,245 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 139,133 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 135,332 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 126,288 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 116,180 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2019 112,380 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 112,380 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 105,497 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 105,497 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Sep 2017 95,507 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 85,103 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 77,257 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 59,767 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 52,287 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2012 44,381 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 40,681 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 37,175 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 37,175 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 33,894 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 31,585 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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EO55 FBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EO55 FBK, 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 EO55 FBK?

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What year was EO55 FBK registered?

EO55 FBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is EO55 FBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO55 FBK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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