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FG55 NXB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

113,611 mi
Last recorded113,611 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 NXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 113,611 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 109,066 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 105,433 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 20 Sep 2019 102,055 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 95,476 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 95,463 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 88,689 miles

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front tyre getting low and bald on the inner edge

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 88,678 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front tyre getting low and bald on the inner edge

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 82,303 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 75,146 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 67,971 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 60,623 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 54,115 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 47,090 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 40,318 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 33,414 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 27,334 miles

offside rear tyre cracking slightly between tread

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 NXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 NXB, 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 NXB registered?

FG55 NXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is FG55 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 NXB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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