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EJ55 FWP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

128,775 mi
Last recorded128,775 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 FWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2017 128,775 miles

middle exhaust sleeve clamps corroded

rear tyres worn slightly on inner edges

Pass 18 Nov 2016 118,152 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 112,944 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 108,743 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 104,138 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 99,280 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 93,599 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge and cut on outer wall

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

plastic under tray broken

Pass 13 Nov 2010 89,599 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 82,011 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre has small dig in outer sidewall.

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 69,794 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EJ55 FWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 EJ55 FWP, 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 EJ55 FWP registered?

EJ55 FWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is EJ55 FWP safe to buy?

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