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FA05 CKF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

185,373 mi
Last recorded185,373 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 CKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 185,373 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 185,373 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 164,343 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 144,308 miles

both headlamps slight misting

Pass 30 Dec 2014 127,573 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2014 127,573 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 107,098 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 107,078 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 81,964 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 68,041 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 68,041 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 53,969 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 38,145 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

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 CKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FA05 CKF, 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 CKF registered?

FA05 CKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 August 2005.

Is FA05 CKF safe to buy?

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