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FA05 WKB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,035 mi
Last recorded99,035 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 WKB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 99,035 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 99,035 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 89,438 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc discoloured (signs of binding) but not binding during test

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 74,919 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 74,919 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 66,661 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pads

Pass 5 Jul 2014 58,075 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 13 Jul 2013 50,151 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 108,184 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 42,579 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 34,258 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 27,810 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,246 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 15,850 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 WKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WKB, 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 WKB registered?

FA05 WKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is FA05 WKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 WKB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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