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FH05 HKV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,633 mi
Last recorded88,633 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 HKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 88,633 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 85,849 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 80,676 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 73,124 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear parking brake only just met the requirements

Pass 1 Dec 2015 65,882 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 57,293 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 53,072 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 53,068 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 16 Jul 2012 47,907 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 41,933 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 37,877 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 32,391 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 27,403 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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FH05 HKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FH05 HKV, 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 FH05 HKV registered?

FH05 HKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is FH05 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 HKV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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