2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · FP55 LXU
2005 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Nov 2005. Recorded mileage 149,009 miles. MOT expired on 02 Aug 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Aug 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,009 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP55 LXU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2024
- 149,009 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FP55 LXU 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 (FP55 LXU) between July 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 July 2024 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: Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sills (6.”.
FP55 LXU Mileage History
- 09/07/2022140,293 mi
- 10/07/2023145,154 mi+4,861 mi
- 04/08/2023145,189 mi+35 mi
- 04/08/2023145,189 mi
- 31/07/2024149,009 mi+3,820 mi
Average of roughly 4,228 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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