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FG05 CMK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

93,356 mi
Last recorded93,356 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 CMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 93,356 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 93,353 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

EML on

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 82,439 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 67,579 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 54,491 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 54,491 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 42,049 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,608 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 23,950 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 19 Mar 2008 18,326 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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FG05 CMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG05 CMK, 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 FG05 CMK registered?

FG05 CMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FG05 CMK safe to buy?

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