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FE05 PXA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

156,579 mi
Last recorded156,579 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 PXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 156,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear backplate corroded

Offside Front brake backplate corroded

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

engine cover fitted

forward exhaust clamp corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2019 152,935 miles

Nearside Rear brake backplate corroded

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

Offside Front brake backplate corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2018 149,822 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Feb 2017 145,009 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc backplate corroded

undertrays fitted

windscreen cracked from o/s to n/s

Pass 29 Feb 2016 136,272 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Feb 2016 136,272 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 125,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cut to n/s rear tyre inner sidewall.

Pass 14 Feb 2014 114,278 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2014 114,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 105,463 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 105,355 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 91,558 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine warning light on

Pass 3 Feb 2011 75,130 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 75,130 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 56,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 44,364 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 35,474 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 35,474 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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 PXA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FE05 PXA, 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 FE05 PXA registered?

FE05 PXA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 2005.

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