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EK05 VVO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,105 mi
Last recorded83,105 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 VVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2015 83,105 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2015 83,105 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 74,741 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 68,811 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 66,654 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 54,244 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 44,240 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 29,932 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 27,388 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 23,210 miles

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

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

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 VVO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 VVO, 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 VVO registered?

EK05 VVO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is EK05 VVO safe to buy?

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