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EK55 OKF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,102 mi
Last recorded127,102 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 OKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 127,102 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 124,681 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 124,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 115,956 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 93,428 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 78,507 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2013 78,230 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

exhaust becoming corroded

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 14 Oct 2012 57,219 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

air-bag warning light on dash

exhaust corroding

front and rear brake discs becoming worn and lipped

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 1 Nov 2011 36,749 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 22,465 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 16,192 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 10,508 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 OKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 EK55 OKF, 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.

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What year was EK55 OKF registered?

EK55 OKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is EK55 OKF safe to buy?

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