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FD05 GDV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

106,701 mi
Last recorded106,701 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 GDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 106,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2026 106,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 102,354 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 92,695 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 92,675 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides misted/cloudy & OSF headlamp lens slightly cracked (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2023 87,763 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner 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))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 77,158 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 62,292 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 58,131 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhausts corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2019 55,004 miles

Engine cover fitted

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Under trays fitted

Fail 12 Jul 2019 55,004 miles

Engine cover fitted

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Under trays fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2018 52,498 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 51,351 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 50,396 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Wipers slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2015 49,241 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 48,235 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 48,235 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 46,939 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 45,547 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 44,381 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 42,285 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 39,883 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 34,409 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 12 Apr 2008 34,409 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

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 GDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FD05 GDV, 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 FD05 GDV registered?

FD05 GDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is FD05 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 GDV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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