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FE55 BZO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

167,953 mi
Last recorded167,953 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 BZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Jul 2017 167,953 miles

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 158,819 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,143 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 139,885 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 121,951 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 105,141 miles

both front lower arm bushes perishing

chips in windscreen

Pass 1 Sep 2010 86,294 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 66,109 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,638 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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FE55 BZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FE55 BZO, 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 FE55 BZO registered?

FE55 BZO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FE55 BZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 BZO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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