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FG55 UJP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,674 mi
Last recorded97,674 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 UJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2016 97,674 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 89,820 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts lipped (3.5.1i)

engine covers and under trays fitted

slight corrosion rear anti roll bar

Pass 27 Oct 2014 81,928 miles

rear anti-roll bar corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2014 81,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear anti-roll bar corroded

rear wiper smearing

Pass 17 Oct 2013 72,851 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front wipers smear slightly

Pass 25 Oct 2012 64,785 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Oct 2012 64,785 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2011 56,726 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 48,311 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 39,032 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 29,403 miles

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

Offside Front 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 UJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UJP, 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 UJP registered?

FG55 UJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 October 2005.

Is FG55 UJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 UJP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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