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FD55 FCV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,027 mi
Last recorded165,027 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 FCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2020 165,027 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Reverse lights inoperative

Pass 24 Dec 2019 160,914 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 149,619 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 137,618 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 128,497 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner face (3.5.1i)

offside front and nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2015 123,117 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 110,561 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 95,065 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 79,371 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 63,645 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 49,508 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 35,341 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 27,395 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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FD55 FCV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FD55 FCV, 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.

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What year was FD55 FCV registered?

FD55 FCV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is FD55 FCV safe to buy?

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