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EF55 BBJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,095 mi
Last recorded178,095 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 BBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 178,095 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 171,184 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Aug 2016 165,373 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 165,373 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 160,064 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 156,053 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 149,155 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 133,751 miles

front exhaust mounting broken

hand brake not returning to stop on nearside rear caliper

offside outer cv boot leaking grease

uneven brake wear on rear axle

Pass 12 Aug 2011 122,084 miles

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

aftermarket exhaust fitted but not excessively noisey

oil inspection light on

rear discs slighty corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2010 111,674 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 96,757 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 96,757 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 87,999 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 79,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Oct 2008 79,121 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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EF55 BBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF55 BBJ, 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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What year was EF55 BBJ registered?

EF55 BBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is EF55 BBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 BBJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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