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FG05 FZW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

29,327 mi
Last recorded29,327 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 FZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 29,327 miles

various suspension components corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2026 29,308 miles

Offside Side repeater not working LED unit in mirror assembly (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

various suspension components corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2025 28,280 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drive shaft (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drive shaft (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2024 27,552 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 26,420 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 26,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 25,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 25,717 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 24,897 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 24,897 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 24,889 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 22,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 22,129 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 21,090 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2016 19,993 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 18,857 miles

Both head lamps becoming cloudy

Pass 26 Mar 2014 17,368 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 16,244 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,782 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 13,288 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 11,474 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 9,749 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 5,942 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 FZW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FZW, 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 FZW registered?

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

Is FG05 FZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 FZW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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