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FG55 UJT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

162,675 mi
Last recorded162,675 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 UJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 162,675 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2025 162,624 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2024 152,375 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 144,187 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2023 144,092 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 131,270 miles
Fail 15 May 2022 130,921 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 113,347 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 105,777 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 101,928 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 97,237 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 92,319 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 86,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also bald very inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also bald very inner edge (4.1.E.1)

all four alloy wheels very slightly buckled inner bead rim area

Pass 27 Sep 2014 80,129 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 72,448 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 27 Sep 2013 72,448 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 15 Oct 2012 65,299 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Fail 15 Oct 2012 65,299 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 22 Oct 2011 56,126 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 47,207 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 36,792 miles

o//s/r tyre slightly stepped on inner edge

Pass 18 Oct 2008 27,400 miles

rear tyres starting to mis-shape on inner edges

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 UJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 UJT, 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

How do I check the history of FG55 UJT?

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What year was FG55 UJT registered?

FG55 UJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is FG55 UJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 UJT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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