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FA05 YGG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,838 mi
Last recorded115,838 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 YGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 115,838 miles

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

Offside Front cv boot

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 96,218 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 89,065 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 82,428 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 75,675 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 75,672 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 4 Apr 2016 75,464 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Side repeater not working drivers (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 67,973 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 59,858 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 53,903 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 49,504 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 43,911 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 38,119 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 29,450 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 19,217 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 YGG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YGG, 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 YGG registered?

FA05 YGG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is FA05 YGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 YGG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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