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EJ05 RXP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,059 mi
Last recorded52,059 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 RXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 52,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2025 52,057 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2024 50,161 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer CV gaiter slightly deteriorated/cracks forming

Pass 20 Oct 2023 47,548 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 45,329 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 44,378 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 43,785 miles

both O/S tyres cracking around sidewalls

Pass 8 Oct 2019 43,164 miles

both headlights fogged up , aim still ok

o/s/r tyre cracking around sidewall

Pass 11 Oct 2018 42,051 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 42,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2017 40,910 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 39,380 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Oct 2016 39,380 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Oct 2015 37,441 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer gaiter (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 35,186 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 33,307 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 31,857 miles

off side rear tyre wall cracked on edge of tread

Pass 17 Oct 2011 30,478 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 29,113 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 27,575 miles

Slight knock in the steering.

The front tyres are wearing on the edges.

Pass 18 May 2009 26,645 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 24,430 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 RXP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RXP, 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 RXP registered?

EJ05 RXP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is EJ05 RXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 RXP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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