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FE05 WWX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,118 mi
Last recorded92,118 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 WWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 92,118 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 90,746 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 88,792 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 86,930 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 85,201 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 83,351 miles

under trays

Pass 24 Oct 2019 81,129 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 79,322 miles

under trays

Pass 7 Oct 2017 77,289 miles

under trays

Pass 28 Sep 2016 75,058 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 72,906 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 69,973 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 63,248 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 63,244 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 56,370 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2012 56,370 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 48,139 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 40,724 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 40,724 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 33,892 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 24,731 miles

Offside & Nearside front wiper blade x 2 beginning to deteriorate.

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 WWX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 WWX, 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

How do I check the history of FE05 WWX?

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What year was FE05 WWX registered?

FE05 WWX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is FE05 WWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 WWX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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