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EF05 KOB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

142,598 mi
Last recorded142,598 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 KOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 142,598 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 128,276 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 124,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 122,047 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 120,138 miles

Offside headlamp just meets dip beam requirements

Pass 12 Jul 2014 117,931 miles

Both dip beam patterns just meet requirements

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damage

Nearside rear outer sill damaged

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 115,938 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 113,453 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 113,453 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 111,095 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2011 111,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 108,426 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 104,455 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 88,560 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 KOB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KOB, 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 KOB registered?

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

Is EF05 KOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 KOB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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