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FA05 LYK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

101,096 mi
Last recorded101,096 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 LYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 101,096 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 101,096 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 93,064 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output CORROSION (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 92,410 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 87,175 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 83,026 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Fail 29 Feb 2020 83,026 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 79,298 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre (two nails) ()

engine cover fitted

Fail 21 Nov 2018 79,298 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre (two nails) ()

engine cover fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2017 76,862 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak sump bolt ()

Fail 14 Nov 2017 76,862 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak sump bolt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2016 71,792 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 67,335 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 61,486 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 56,491 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 56,491 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 50,563 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 31 Oct 2011 44,712 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 36,326 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,777 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 21,766 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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FA05 LYK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 LYK, 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 LYK registered?

FA05 LYK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 August 2005.

Is FA05 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 LYK shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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