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EEZ 3835

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

107,728 mi
Last recorded107,728 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEZ 3835
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 107,728 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2025 107,645 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 107,596 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 107,007 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 106,967 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2022 102,930 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 99,279 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 151,842 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 146,895 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 140,458 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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EEZ 3835 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 92,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EEZ 3835, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EEZ 3835?

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What year was EEZ 3835 registered?

EEZ 3835 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is EEZ 3835 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEZ 3835 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EEZ 3835 have outstanding finance?

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