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FH05 YTZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

118,119 mi
Last recorded118,119 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 YTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 118,119 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2022 111,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Manufacturers guards fitted to underside

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2021 106,186 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 106,186 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 92,562 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front window not working

headlights cloudy

Pass 16 Apr 2018 82,287 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face, both N/S & O/S (3.5.1i)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 72,586 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 72,586 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 67,954 miles

Nearside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 67,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 64,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 61,423 miles

Both front brake backplates corroded

Slight wear to lower engine stabiliser bracket

Pass 22 Apr 2013 57,528 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 54,035 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 54,035 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)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 50,615 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 50,615 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 44,794 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 37,694 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 YTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc 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 FH05 YTZ, 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 FH05 YTZ registered?

FH05 YTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is FH05 YTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 YTZ 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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