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EJ55 UPM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,672 mi
Last recorded136,672 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 UPM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 136,672 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Feb 2016 118,729 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 106,527 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 106,527 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 97,346 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 89,879 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2012 89,879 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 89,315 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 72,702 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 67,609 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 63,391 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 63,262 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 UPM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UPM, 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 UPM registered?

EJ55 UPM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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The MOT history for EJ55 UPM shows 12 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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