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FH55 ATU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,738 mi
Last recorded61,738 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 ATU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 61,738 miles

Front lower suspension arms corroded

Headlamp lenses deteriorated(function not impaired)

Nearside front flexible brake hose deteriorated

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre cracked on tread area

Rear tyres cracked on tread area

Pass 9 Dec 2022 57,727 miles

All suspension components corroded but no seriously weakened

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 57,180 miles

Front exhaust pipe slightly blowing

Pass 15 Dec 2020 56,733 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some under bonnet components

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2019 56,083 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 54,517 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 54,517 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 52,598 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2017 52,598 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 50,128 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 46,539 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 43,032 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 38,499 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 34,564 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 30,680 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 26,252 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 22,168 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 17,759 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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FH55 ATU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FH55 ATU, 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 FH55 ATU registered?

FH55 ATU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is FH55 ATU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 ATU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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