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FG05 OZJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

175,556 mi
Last recorded175,556 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 OZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 175,556 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 172,465 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 166,803 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 160,842 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 153,130 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 145,132 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 131,036 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 131,021 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 121,315 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2017 110,354 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 98,306 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 86,454 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 71,416 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 64,710 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 55,825 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 48,609 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 40,661 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 May 2009 32,557 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 24,477 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 OZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 FG05 OZJ, 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 OZJ registered?

FG05 OZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is FG05 OZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 OZJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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