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EA05 YBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,312 mi
Last recorded127,312 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 YBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2015 127,312 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 117,614 miles

both gaiters on front anti rollbar links splitting

front wishbone bush worn inner drivers side

Fail 21 Mar 2014 117,552 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

park brake effort only just 17%

Pass 23 Mar 2013 107,739 miles

slight play in front inner bush on drivers side lower suspension arm

very slight exhaust blow from manifold area

Pass 23 Mar 2012 93,320 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s/f brake pad sensor wire not connected, warning light on

n/s/r tyre flat, inflated to 28psi

o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 May 2011 77,726 miles

drivers side front tyre wearing low

Fail 6 May 2011 77,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers side front tyre wearing low

Pass 16 Mar 2010 61,780 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 47,674 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 35,708 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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EA05 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YBX, 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 YBX registered?

EA05 YBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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