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EF05 EWC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

182,814 mi
Last recorded182,814 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 EWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 182,814 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 182,803 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play one retaining nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 175,079 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 30 May 2018 175,078 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 May 2017 163,921 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front back plate corroded

front brake pads low

Fail 12 May 2017 163,686 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

rear brake application uneven pedal pulsating (3.7.B.2)

corrosion to rear chassis

corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 23 May 2016 157,793 miles

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

both rear brake backing plates corroded

Fail 23 May 2016 157,793 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear brake backing plates corroded

Pass 6 Jun 2014 148,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 29 May 2014 147,931 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 115,968 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 100,694 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 84,527 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 84,527 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2009 67,887 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 51,379 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 51,379 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

oil level was low,,, topped up

wipers front smearing screen

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 EWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EWC, 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.

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EF05 EWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 May 2005.

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