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FE55 WGZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,686 mi
Last recorded143,686 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 WGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2018 143,686 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 133,495 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 133,488 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Filmed over (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced Filmed over (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 121,210 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 2mm

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 28 Sep 2015 113,322 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 106,784 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 106,784 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 101,888 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 101,886 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 94,668 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 94,666 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 87,382 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 77,567 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 77,567 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 57,647 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 39,547 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 WGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WGZ, 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 WGZ registered?

FE55 WGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is FE55 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 WGZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE55 WGZ have outstanding finance?

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