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FE55 WJA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

165,634 mi
Last recorded165,634 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 WJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 165,634 miles

Coil spring corroded FRONT SPRINGS QUITE RUSTY (5.3.1 (b) (i))

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE AREA . OIL WAS LOW (+ 1LTRE 5/30 ADDED) RECOMMEND FURTHER INVESTIGATION.

Fail 17 Sep 2019 165,634 miles

Windscreen washer not working washer pump making a noise. fluid level good. further diagnostic req'd ....also rear wiper washer missing/defective (3.5 (a))

Coil spring corroded FRONT SPRINGS QUITE RUSTY (5.3.1 (b) (i))

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE AREA . OIL WAS LOW (+ 1LTRE 5/30 ADDED) RECOMMEND FURTHER INVESTIGATION.

Pass 18 Sep 2018 142,779 miles

also: 1. rear wash/wipe defective 2. coolant on minimum 3. oil service warning on dash 4. oil leaks 5. broken osf fog fitted two front 501 bulbs on pre-inspection

Fail 18 Sep 2018 142,779 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

also: 1. rear wash/wipe defective 2. coolant on minimum 3. oil service warning on dash 4. oil leaks 5. broken osf fog fitted two front 501 bulbs on pre-inspection

Pass 20 Sep 2017 116,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear brake disc back-plate corroded away.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear brake disc back-plate corroded away.

Offside Rear registration plate lamp is loose.

Pass 15 Aug 2016 97,431 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 91,328 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 84,510 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 79,999 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 75,007 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 68,379 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 56,083 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 46,367 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,227 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 WJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FE55 WJA, 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 WJA registered?

FE55 WJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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