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EO05 MVT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,531 mi
Last recorded57,531 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 MVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 57,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 57,458 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam aim pattern (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam aim pattern (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 54,361 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear tyre slight cracks

Fail 21 Aug 2017 54,361 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear tyre slight cracks

Pass 8 Jul 2016 47,979 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 47,979 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 43,446 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 41,412 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,305 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 25 Jun 2013 38,305 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 6 Jul 2012 35,291 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 30,648 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing, surface cracking noticed.

Pass 2 Jul 2010 27,018 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 22,307 miles

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 25 Jan 2008 15,168 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 MVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 EO05 MVT, 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 MVT?

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What year was EO05 MVT registered?

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

Is EO05 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 MVT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO05 MVT have outstanding finance?

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