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EJ55 TGV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,593 mi
Last recorded120,593 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 TGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 120,593 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 113,623 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 10 Sep 2019 109,495 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 105,015 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 105,015 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 99,305 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 99,305 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 93,115 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 92,027 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 85,845 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 81,582 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 78,095 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 72,610 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 66,564 miles

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

O/S/R TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 6 Nov 2010 66,564 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

O/S/R TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 19 Oct 2009 54,641 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 35,656 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 28,223 miles

Offside Front 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 TGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EJ55 TGV, 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 TGV registered?

EJ55 TGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is EJ55 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 TGV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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