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E5 GJB

2000 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

49,812 mi
Last recorded49,812 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 GJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 49,812 miles

Nearside Front Body component slightly loose Wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 43,094 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 43,081 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 42,115 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2013 42,115 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 39,008 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 33,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 33,386 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 31,069 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 69,062 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 69,062 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 62,098 miles

slight lift n/s/f top strut mount

slight play sterring rack

Pass 28 Nov 2006 56,743 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 52,183 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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E5 GJB is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 98,404 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 E5 GJB, 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 26 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 E5 GJB registered?

E5 GJB is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is E5 GJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 GJB 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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