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EK55 BXB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

104,332 mi
Last recorded104,332 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 BXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 104,332 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 96,386 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 89,363 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED INNER FACE

O/S & N/S/F HEADLAMP COVERS STARTING TO BLURR PATRTRERN

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

Fail 24 Jun 2016 89,363 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED INNER FACE

O/S & N/S/F HEADLAMP COVERS STARTING TO BLURR PATRTRERN

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 83,563 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 72,220 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 65,648 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2012 59,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

windscreen is lightly scratched

Pass 23 Jun 2012 59,023 miles

windscreen is lightly scratched

Pass 16 Jun 2011 50,154 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 34,954 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 23,430 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 23,087 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 20,806 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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EK55 BXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EK55 BXB, 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 EK55 BXB registered?

EK55 BXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is EK55 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 BXB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK55 BXB have outstanding finance?

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