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EN05 HNE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

94,604 mi
Last recorded94,604 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 HNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 94,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 87,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 81,580 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 75,761 miles

Engine oil level low

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 69,448 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamps n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 64,139 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 58,123 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 52,485 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 45,455 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 39,604 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 37,368 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 34,722 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 31,212 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 27,362 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 24,828 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 20,337 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 20,337 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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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EN05 HNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EN05 HNE, 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

How do I check the history of EN05 HNE?

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What year was EN05 HNE registered?

EN05 HNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is EN05 HNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 HNE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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