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FE55 NYB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

101,011 mi
Last recorded101,011 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 NYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 101,011 miles

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

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 96,171 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust has temporary repair using exhaust sealing paste, recommended a replacement part is to be fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2020 96,167 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 81,882 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 81,882 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 75,405 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 69,877 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

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

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 66,443 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 66,443 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 58,694 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2014 58,693 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 51,094 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking

nearside front tyre outer edge wearing

offside front inner edge wearing

offside rear tyre inner edge worn

Fail 27 Aug 2013 51,094 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres cracking

nearside front tyre outer edge wearing

offside front inner edge wearing

offside rear tyre inner edge worn

Pass 31 Aug 2012 44,850 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 31 Aug 2011 38,814 miles

Damage to rear o/s door

Pass 31 Aug 2010 33,240 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 27,847 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 22,104 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 NYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 FE55 NYB, 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 FE55 NYB registered?

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

Is FE55 NYB safe to buy?

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