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EFC 372A

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,330 mi
Last recorded70,330 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFC 372A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 70,330 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 70,330 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 66,667 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 62,519 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 58,306 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 53,263 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 49,497 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 40,548 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 35,206 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 31,326 miles

Nearside Rear large cracks in tread

Pass 30 Mar 2016 29,721 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 27,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre tread area cracking

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Mar 2014 24,593 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside front tyre outer wall cut

Offside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 22,575 miles

Nearside front tyre has slight damage to outer wall.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 21,128 miles

Offside front tyre slight bulge.

Pass 24 Mar 2011 20,450 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 18,023 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 15,447 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 13,091 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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EFC 372A is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EFC 372A, 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 EFC 372A registered?

EFC 372A is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is EFC 372A safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFC 372A shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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