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ENZ 929

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

127,757 mi
Last recorded127,757 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationENZ 929
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 127,757 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 127,757 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 123,165 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 123,155 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced DRIVERS AND PASSENGER (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2024 119,746 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 2 Apr 2024 119,746 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Mar 2023 114,987 miles

Front Bonnet safety catch seized

Fail 24 Mar 2023 114,987 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Side repeater not working door mirror repeater lamp (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Bonnet safety catch seized

Pass 4 Apr 2022 111,729 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 108,787 miles

Front Bonnet safety catch seized

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm remaining worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm remaining and worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 106,075 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm remaining worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm remaining worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Mar 2020 106,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.35mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm remaining worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm remaining worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 100,422 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 100,421 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 90,239 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 21 Feb 2018 90,239 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Mar 2017 85,060 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 83,090 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 75,982 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre slight cracking

Pass 3 Mar 2014 70,827 miles

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

Fail 25 Feb 2014 70,827 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 65,821 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 60,271 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake pad warning light on

traction control warning light on

Pass 22 Feb 2011 53,565 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 45,138 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 37,064 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 30,054 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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ENZ 929 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ENZ 929, 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 ENZ 929 registered?

ENZ 929 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 February 2005.

Is ENZ 929 safe to buy?

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