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FD05 NTT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,705 mi
Last recorded115,705 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 NTT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2020 115,705 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Gearbox mounting defective ()

Offside Front Body not fully secure (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 110,350 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 105,611 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 104,398 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Dec 2015 99,132 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 25 Sep 2014 93,071 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 81,137 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 81,137 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 15 Sep 2012 72,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 72,839 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 31 Oct 2011 104,571 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 88,701 miles

nail in offside rear tyre and cracking

Fail 16 Oct 2010 88,701 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

nail in offside rear tyre and cracking

Pass 5 Aug 2009 61,932 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 51,957 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 NTT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NTT, 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 NTT registered?

FD05 NTT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is FD05 NTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 NTT shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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