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FA05 BXO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

106,077 mi
Last recorded106,077 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 BXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 106,077 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 101,893 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 100,330 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 95,321 miles

front brake discs worn corroded and pitted

nearside front outer c/v boot damp with grease

nearside outer sill damaged

nearside rear tyre worn edges and perished

offside front shock damp

offside front tyre worn edges

offside of car damaged

offside rear tyre worn inner edge and perished

Pass 28 Jun 2014 90,174 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 84,955 miles

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

exhaust clamp corroded away

Fail 24 May 2013 84,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust clamp corroded away

Pass 19 Jun 2012 80,505 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 78,318 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 67,514 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 61,260 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 47,077 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 35,008 miles

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

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 BXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BXO, 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 FA05 BXO registered?

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

Is FA05 BXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 BXO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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