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FA05 BXC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,197 mi
Last recorded133,197 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 BXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 133,197 miles

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

Rear sub frame & suspension components shows signs of corrosion

oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2018 117,609 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both n/s o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Front Outer hatch back will not open from out side of the vehicle [at time of test] but boot space can be inspected from in side of the vehicle

Nearside Rear Outer Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing cover loose (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer fog light dull [at time of test]

Rear Outer wiper arm missing [at time of test]

slight engine oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2017 108,763 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 91,569 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 91,568 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 90,821 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 87,757 miles

all brake back plates deteriated

Fail 3 Nov 2014 87,684 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 May 2013 80,504 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 80,504 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2012 72,546 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 64,013 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 47,951 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 37,287 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 37,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

various damage to body panels

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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FA05 BXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FA05 BXC, 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 FA05 BXC registered?

FA05 BXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is FA05 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 BXC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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