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FG55 VTZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,481 mi
Last recorded31,481 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 VTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 31,481 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 30,760 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 30,058 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,369 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 28,645 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 27,984 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 27,321 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 27,306 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 26,861 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 26,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 26,443 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 26,084 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,678 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 25,255 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 24,536 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 23,717 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 22,677 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)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 21,206 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 18,519 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 14,726 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 VTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VTZ, 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 VTZ registered?

FG55 VTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is FG55 VTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 VTZ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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