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FD55 XBR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,344 mi
Last recorded110,344 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 110,344 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 102,567 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Oct 2024 102,538 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt LINK ARM UPPER BOOT SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 89,458 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 81,540 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 80,744 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

O/S/F outer CV gaiter clip perished

Rear axle bushes perished

Pass 8 Sep 2020 80,156 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

O/S/F outer CV gaiter clip perished

Rear axle bushes perished

Pass 9 Sep 2019 79,362 miles

O/S/F outter CV gaiter clip perished.

Rear axle bushes perished.

Pass 5 Sep 2018 78,377 miles

O/S/F outter CV gaiter clip perished.

Rear axle bushes perished.

Pass 5 Sep 2017 77,626 miles

O/S/F outter CV gaiter clip perished.

Rear axle bushes perished.

Pass 6 Sep 2016 76,851 miles

Headlights cloudy.

O/S/F outter CV gaiter clip perished.

Rear axle bushes perished.

Rear discs corroded.

Fail 6 Sep 2016 76,851 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Headlights cloudy.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F outter CV gaiter clip perished.

Rear axle bushes perished.

Rear discs corroded.

Pass 19 Aug 2015 75,129 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 71,993 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 68,443 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 63,133 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 57,193 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 49,659 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 49,659 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 45,670 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 35,195 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 XBR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XBR, 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 XBR registered?

FD55 XBR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is FD55 XBR safe to buy?

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