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EJ55 KCE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

118,037 mi
Last recorded118,037 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 KCE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 118,037 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 115,325 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 113,133 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 111,015 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 108,315 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 104,693 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 102,465 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 100,368 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 94,827 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 89,705 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 82,985 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 82,969 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2012 75,783 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 70,706 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 70,706 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2010 66,513 miles

nearside outer cv boot clip not fully tight slight leaking

Pass 21 Nov 2009 62,709 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 54,887 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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EJ55 KCE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KCE, 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 KCE registered?

EJ55 KCE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is EJ55 KCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 KCE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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