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FA05 FWS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,434 mi
Last recorded103,434 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 FWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 103,434 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 95,823 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 88,813 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 84,004 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 77,765 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 73,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 67,229 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 63,496 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 59,034 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Jul 2017 59,034 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 50,592 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Jul 2016 50,592 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Jul 2015 46,035 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 41,740 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 38,577 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 36,275 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 33,715 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 31,207 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 27,000 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 20,929 miles

Offside Front 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 FWS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FWS, 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 FA05 FWS?

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What year was FA05 FWS registered?

FA05 FWS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is FA05 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 FWS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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