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EG05 APO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

160,711 mi
Last recorded160,711 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 APO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 160,711 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 160,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 143,074 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 128,852 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 124,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 16 Jul 2012 119,027 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 105,914 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 86,490 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 64,022 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 45,246 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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EG05 APO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc 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 EG05 APO, 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 EG05 APO?

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What year was EG05 APO registered?

EG05 APO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is EG05 APO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG05 APO 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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