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FD55 ZFT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,889 mi
Last recorded56,889 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 ZFT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2025 56,889 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 53,671 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 53,288 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 52,294 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 50,776 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 49,635 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 48,072 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 45,934 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 43,626 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 39,197 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 33,337 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 28,689 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 24,474 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 20,946 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 17,174 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 14,128 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 10,435 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 ZFT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 ZFT, 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 FD55 ZFT registered?

FD55 ZFT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is FD55 ZFT safe to buy?

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