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FD05 YBE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,209 mi
Last recorded123,209 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 YBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 123,209 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Dec 2025 123,207 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 112,349 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 112,345 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 101,424 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 84,600 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone rear bsuhes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing on the inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 84,600 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front wishbone rear bsuhes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing on the inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 78,108 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2021 78,103 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 66,464 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,910 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2018 35,773 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 34,179 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2016 32,461 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 30,390 miles

Rear tyres wear at edges

Pass 15 May 2014 28,518 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 26,105 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 23,860 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 18,125 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 16,076 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,843 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 YBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YBE, 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 YBE registered?

FD05 YBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is FD05 YBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD05 YBE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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