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FD05 VXB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

103,498 mi
Last recorded103,498 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 VXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 103,498 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 100,291 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 96,003 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 93,344 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 89,143 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 84,591 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 80,522 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2017 80,522 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 75,442 miles

front and rear discs corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2015 69,390 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 69,390 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 62,027 miles

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

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

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

slight oil leak engine

Pass 22 Mar 2013 55,878 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 50,908 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 42,501 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

offside rear tyre perished

possible rear inner pads low,slight gratting noise from oofside rear brake in rollers

Pass 15 Jun 2010 33,136 miles

O/S REAR TYRE PERISHED AND CRACKING

Pass 17 Jun 2009 25,519 miles

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Fail 16 Jun 2009 25,503 miles

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

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 19 Jun 2008 18,568 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 VXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VXB, 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 VXB registered?

FD05 VXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is FD05 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 VXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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