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EA55 VGL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,217 mi
Last recorded108,217 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 VGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 108,217 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 102,549 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2020 97,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 97,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 94,002 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 94,002 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 88,173 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 83,431 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 76,608 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 71,949 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 63,431 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 57,049 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 46,791 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 46,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 35,472 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2011 35,214 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 24,342 miles

front disc slightly worn

Pass 17 Dec 2008 20,487 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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EA55 VGL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EA55 VGL, 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 EA55 VGL registered?

EA55 VGL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is EA55 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA55 VGL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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