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EJ05 XPS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 XPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 1 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 101,489 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024
Fail 16 Aug 2024 89,506 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhust box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 80,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 63,406 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 63,406 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed badly perished exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished, cracked and nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 49,910 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 48,563 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 47,740 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 46,834 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2017 46,140 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 45,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 44,146 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 43,128 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 43,128 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2013 41,205 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 39,945 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 38,608 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 36,478 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 34,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

near-side rear tyre starting to split

Pass 19 May 2009 34,270 miles

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

near-side rear tyre starting to split

Pass 24 May 2008 26,981 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 XPS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 XPS, 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 XPS registered?

EJ05 XPS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is EJ05 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ05 XPS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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