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A2 EKL

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

25,722 mi
Last recorded25,722 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 EKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 25,722 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipe coating swelling from corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front track rod end been subjected to heat

Offside Front track rod end been subjected to heat

Pass 5 Mar 2025 25,464 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 25,316 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 24,925 miles

wear offside front tyre inner edge BORDERLINE

Pass 9 Mar 2022 24,369 miles

Both front tyres perished

Pass 23 Mar 2021 22,988 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 21,897 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,506 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 19,506 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2018 17,161 miles

front discs scorn inner faces

Pass 30 Mar 2017 12,456 miles

both front tyres have uneven tyre wear

Pass 31 Mar 2016 12,053 miles

Nearside Front outer edge wear on tyre approx 3mm (205/55/16)

all four brake disc surface corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2015 11,065 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 11,065 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 9,950 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 9,797 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 8,681 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 8,681 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,714 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 6,820 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 6,090 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 5,209 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 4,265 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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A2 EKL is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 86,582 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 A2 EKL, 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 22 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 A2 EKL registered?

A2 EKL is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is A2 EKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 EKL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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