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FE05 PXU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,627 mi
Last recorded113,627 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 PXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2016 113,627 miles

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

Nearside Front anti roll bar link has slight play

Fail 15 Nov 2016 113,627 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Nearside Front anti roll bar link has slight play

Pass 13 Nov 2015 79,920 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 60,379 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 19 Nov 2013 55,457 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 51,902 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 49,764 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 48,175 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 43,658 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 43,657 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 40,174 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 32,362 miles

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

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

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 PXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PXU, 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 PXU registered?

FE05 PXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is FE05 PXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 PXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE05 PXU have outstanding finance?

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