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FH54 ZTE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

149,583 mi
Last recorded149,583 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 ZTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2017 149,583 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 149,583 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 141,321 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 132,637 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 123,220 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Apr 2014 123,220 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre wearing on inner edge.

osf tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 12 Apr 2013 114,509 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Dec 2011 107,026 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 97,228 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2010 97,228 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2009 88,197 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 77,385 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 77,385 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Dec 2007 56,085 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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FH54 ZTE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH54 ZTE, 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 FH54 ZTE registered?

FH54 ZTE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 2005.

Is FH54 ZTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 ZTE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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