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EN05 SXZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

173,137 mi
Last recorded173,137 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 SXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 173,137 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 165,161 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 152,235 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 135,704 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 130,176 miles

Coolant leak ()

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)

Pass 6 May 2015 126,229 miles

both front suspension arms , rear bushes perishing

front tyres worn on edges

slight play nsf rack arm

Pass 27 May 2014 114,777 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes starting to split

Slight play in Nearside siderod of Steering rack

Pass 30 May 2013 101,322 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 92,506 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 92,506 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 83,941 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear uneven on inner edge of tread

Slight wear and corrosion both rear Brake discs

Pass 26 May 2010 70,541 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 70,539 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

advise slight bind from n/s/f brake

Pass 5 Jun 2009 54,170 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 54,170 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 45,261 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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EN05 SXZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EN05 SXZ, 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 EN05 SXZ registered?

EN05 SXZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is EN05 SXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 SXZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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