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EK05 AVF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,344 mi
Last recorded126,344 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 AVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 126,344 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 123,776 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 121,022 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 115,234 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2022 115,227 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235.45.17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 111,362 miles

Both Rear Tyre's Worn Heavily Inner Edge

Nearside Front Tyre Wearing Inner Edge

Pass 2 Oct 2020 107,193 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Wearing Inner Edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 101,988 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 99,259 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 99,259 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 95,854 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper rubber deteriated (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 93,047 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 90,261 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 86,405 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 83,125 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 79,917 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 74,500 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 67,569 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 67,569 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 59,748 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 50,349 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 50,286 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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EK05 AVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EK05 AVF, 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 EK05 AVF registered?

EK05 AVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2005.

Is EK05 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 AVF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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