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EF54 LHK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

105,076 mi
Last recorded105,076 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF54 LHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2015 105,076 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 97,287 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Dec 2013 76,686 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 60,299 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 49,816 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2010 37,632 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 38,811 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 29,669 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 18,841 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 9,250 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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EF54 LHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EF54 LHK, 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 EF54 LHK registered?

EF54 LHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is EF54 LHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF54 LHK shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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