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EK05 EXB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,160 mi
Last recorded106,160 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 EXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 106,160 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 105,037 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 98,033 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2022 98,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 92,774 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 86,477 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2020 86,477 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2019 82,678 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 78,812 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 74,397 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 66,999 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 63,986 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 55,548 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 48,437 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 39,277 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,152 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 22,200 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 14,066 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 10,201 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 7,914 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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EK05 EXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EXB, 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 EXB registered?

EK05 EXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is EK05 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 EXB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK05 EXB have outstanding finance?

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