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FD05 LCY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,859 mi
Last recorded112,859 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 LCY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2019 112,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened An offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 15 Jan 2019 112,858 miles

Front fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened An offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 29 Jul 2017 109,196 miles

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

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 May 2016 102,634 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 96,148 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 96,148 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2014 92,032 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 87,865 miles

engine managment light on

head lamps slightly deteriorated

oil light on

Pass 29 May 2012 76,950 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 62,686 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 56,705 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 56,619 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 49,065 miles

n/s/r tyre worn daown to 2mm o/s/f tyreworn down on inner edge

Pass 22 May 2008 37,270 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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FD05 LCY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LCY, 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 LCY registered?

FD05 LCY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FD05 LCY safe to buy?

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