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FE05 DHG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,714 mi
Last recorded60,714 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 DHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2020 60,714 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 56,888 miles

Front both head lamps slightly misted .

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner brake pad thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs slightly pitted . (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear rear suspension components becoming corroded .

Pass 15 Feb 2018 53,511 miles

both head light lens becoming fogged over / advise to clean up / beam patterns slightly deffused

slight corrosion developing on body work in places / underside / components showing general surface corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2017 51,843 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 51,843 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 48,790 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 45,868 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 45,868 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 42,486 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 39,140 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Feb 2012 35,137 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 35,137 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 31,135 miles

plastic under trays fitted

slight handbrake travel

Pass 12 Feb 2010 26,345 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 12 Feb 2009 21,466 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 15,998 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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FE05 DHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FE05 DHG, 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 FE05 DHG registered?

FE05 DHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FE05 DHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 DHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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