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FE05 WXG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,858 mi
Last recorded95,858 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 WXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2021 95,858 miles

Offside Front wing rusty

Pass 13 Jan 2020 89,906 miles

Offside Front wing corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2019 87,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear brake shield corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2018 86,204 miles

Engine cover and under trays not allowing full inspection.

Engine management light on.

Pass 11 Jan 2017 80,671 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 73,222 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 67,521 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 65,073 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 63,201 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 59,787 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 51,779 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 43,567 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 32,682 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 24,503 miles

cracks in n/s/r tyre between tread

cracks in o/s/r tyre between treads

front brake pads 80% worn

nail in n/s/r tyre

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 WXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FE05 WXG, 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 WXG registered?

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

Is FE05 WXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 WXG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE05 WXG have outstanding finance?

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