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EO05 MVF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,626 mi
Last recorded78,626 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 MVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 78,626 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 77,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 75,882 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 75,880 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 74,602 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 72,465 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 72,465 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2016 70,125 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 67,460 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 64,381 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 61,628 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 59,179 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 54,554 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 50,680 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 50,680 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 42,655 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 34,544 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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EO05 MVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 EO05 MVF, 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 EO05 MVF?

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What year was EO05 MVF registered?

EO05 MVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is EO05 MVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 MVF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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