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FG55 EZS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,561 mi
Last recorded189,561 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 EZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2022 189,561 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear coil springs corroded

front discs corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2021 179,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front discs corroded on inner face

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2020 168,133 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 156,102 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under tray fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2018 142,800 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Nov 2017 134,593 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear tyre 2-3mm

Offside Rear Upper tyre 2-3mm

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2016 124,437 miles

both rear shock absorber covers hanging down

Pass 23 Nov 2015 111,571 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)

undertray fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2014 89,448 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 65,640 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 60,059 miles

headlamp aims on lower level

nearside door mirror glass missing

Pass 1 Oct 2011 45,679 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 37,831 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 31,607 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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FG55 EZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG55 EZS, 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 FG55 EZS registered?

FG55 EZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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