2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · FN55 XTH
2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 07 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 244,589 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 244,589 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FN55 XTH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/04/2026
- 244,589 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FN55 XTH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (FN55 XTH) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main run (1.1.11 (c))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
FN55 XTH Mileage History
- 22/03/2024224,355 mi
- 02/04/2024224,362 mi+7 mi
- 02/04/2025237,975 mi+13,613 mi
- 14/04/2025237,981 mi+6 mi
- 14/04/2026244,589 mi+6,608 mi
Average of roughly 9,812 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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