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EF05 LHZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

135,034 mi
Last recorded135,034 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 LHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 135,034 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 133,517 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2024 133,517 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high BOTH (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 132,202 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 130,899 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 129,536 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 129,531 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 128,789 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 128,025 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 125,985 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 123,823 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 120,833 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 114,444 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 106,565 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 100,588 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2012 96,551 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 91,433 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 91,430 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 86,119 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 80,497 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 71,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

oil leak present from sump area

Pass 8 Aug 2008 71,935 miles

oil leak present from sump area

Fail 21 Jul 2008 71,886 miles

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

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

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 LHZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LHZ, 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

How do I check the history of EF05 LHZ?

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What year was EF05 LHZ registered?

EF05 LHZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is EF05 LHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 LHZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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