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FD05 EFR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,228 mi
Last recorded135,228 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 EFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 135,228 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 127,130 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 117,623 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 108,667 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 108,667 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 96,091 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 83,022 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 70,234 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 57,637 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 46,037 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 34,924 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2008 34,858 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

rear brake pads worn low ``recomend new pads

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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FD05 EFR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FD05 EFR, 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 FD05 EFR registered?

FD05 EFR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is FD05 EFR safe to buy?

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