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FG55 VUC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

109,998 mi
Last recorded109,998 miles
Recorded on3 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2022 109,998 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 109,998 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2021 105,896 miles

Nearside body filler on outer sill

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 105,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside body filler on outer sill

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 103,013 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 103,013 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 97,813 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 97,813 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 91,498 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 86,685 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 26 Jan 2016 80,138 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 79,938 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 75,649 miles

both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Nov 2013 64,096 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 52,421 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 52,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2011 43,153 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded

n/s front tyre worn low inner edge and has deep cracks inner sidewall

n/s rear brake disc pitted and corroded

o/s front tyre worn very low inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2009 20,742 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 16,505 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 VUC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 VUC, 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 VUC registered?

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

Is FG55 VUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 VUC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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