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EA05 TDV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,399 mi
Last recorded111,399 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 TDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2019 111,399 miles

both front tyres starting to perish both rear brake back plates corroded

Fail 1 Mar 2019 111,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front tyres starting to perish both rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2018 108,794 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f and o/s/r brake back plates starting to corrode

Pass 20 Feb 2017 103,234 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 16 Feb 2016 96,785 miles

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 91,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 85,072 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Feb 2013 77,836 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 70,904 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 61,845 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 53,561 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 42,855 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 34,127 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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EA05 TDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EA05 TDV, 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 EA05 TDV registered?

EA05 TDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is EA05 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA05 TDV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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