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EF05 HUO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

203,431 mi
Last recorded203,431 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2020 203,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just on 3m (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 2 Mar 2019 187,006 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside inner edges slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front wing slightly damaged but not causing sharp edges

Nearside outer sill slightly damaged but not affecting strength in seat belt prescribed area

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 10 Jan 2018 183,238 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 163,954 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 151,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 148,974 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 130,810 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 115,454 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 100,609 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 86,585 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 73,176 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 58,055 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 50,555 miles

rear brake pads very low

both rear tyres down to 3mm

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 HUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HUO, 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 HUO registered?

EF05 HUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is EF05 HUO safe to buy?

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