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EJ05 FJP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,811 mi
Last recorded151,811 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 FJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 4 May 2019 151,811 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 150,621 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

corrosion on OSF wing

eml on

Pass 18 Apr 2017 139,454 miles

Both front tyres badly worn on inner edges.

Both rear brake discs corroded.

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 118,014 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 100,413 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 81,675 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 16 Apr 2013 69,236 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 62,988 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 55,487 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,308 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 37,347 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 29,134 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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EJ05 FJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EJ05 FJP, 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 EJ05 FJP registered?

EJ05 FJP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is EJ05 FJP safe to buy?

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