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EF05 BTX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,945 mi
Last recorded45,945 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 BTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 45,945 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% high level stop light not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 41,750 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 38,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 May 2014 38,609 miles

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2013 36,561 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 May 2013 36,561 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 32,384 miles

near side park brake poor performance

Pass 23 May 2011 27,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 24,532 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 19,849 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 16,727 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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EF05 BTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EF05 BTX, 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 EF05 BTX registered?

EF05 BTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is EF05 BTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 BTX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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