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FH05 ZDU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

164,223 mi
Last recorded164,223 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 ZDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 164,223 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 163,378 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Coolant leak ()

Engine light on

Front Both front wings corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc guard deterioted

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

Pass 14 May 2016 150,732 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 130,343 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 117,422 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 100,032 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 92,483 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 84,762 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 75,863 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 22 Jul 2008 56,394 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)

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 ZDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FH05 ZDU, 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 ZDU registered?

FH05 ZDU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 June 2005.

Is FH05 ZDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 ZDU shows 10 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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