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FD55 YNY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,731 mi
Last recorded72,731 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 YNY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 72,731 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 67,558 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 67,556 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 62,868 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 57,682 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 22 Nov 2011 51,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s mirrir glass cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2011 51,082 miles

o/s mirrir glass cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2010 44,892 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 44,840 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 36,687 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 36,687 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 27,770 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 YNY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YNY, 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 YNY registered?

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

Is FD55 YNY safe to buy?

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