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EJ05 RXZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

175,800 mi
Last recorded175,800 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 RXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 175,800 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 164,110 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 155,624 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 155,624 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 144,395 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 132,569 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 119,486 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 107,641 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 95,283 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 80,266 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 60,201 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 47,342 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 39,603 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 RXZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RXZ, 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 RXZ registered?

EJ05 RXZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is EJ05 RXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 RXZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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