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EN54 ZKR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,427 mi
Last recorded131,427 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN54 ZKR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2015 131,427 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 120,151 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 120,151 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

engine managment light stays on

Pass 31 Aug 2013 105,807 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 95,378 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 86,163 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 136,763 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 136,562 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 11 Jul 2011 136,562 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Aug 2010 124,777 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 124,240 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 103,876 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 75,326 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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EN54 ZKR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EN54 ZKR, 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 EN54 ZKR registered?

EN54 ZKR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is EN54 ZKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN54 ZKR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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