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FG55 NXK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,392 mi
Last recorded118,392 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 NXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 118,392 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 May 2020 111,975 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2020 111,975 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 107,307 miles

Both front tyres worn close to the legal limit.

Front tyres worn on outer edges.

Headlight beam pattern poor quality.

Headlight lenses deteriorated.

O/S/R Tyre perished in the tread.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 2 Dec 2017 85,132 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2017 85,132 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 61,083 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 52,553 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 49,919 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 47,161 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 44,282 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2012 41,442 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 37,394 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 35,586 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,084 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 25,285 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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FG55 NXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NXK, 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.

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What year was FG55 NXK registered?

FG55 NXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is FG55 NXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 NXK shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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