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EO05 ULB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,570 mi
Last recorded145,570 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 ULB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 145,570 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 139,761 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 131,220 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 120,502 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 110,322 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 93,107 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 80,730 miles

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

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

advise o/s/f & n/s/f tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2012 69,513 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 58,740 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit and cracked

nearside rear tyre cracked

Fail 26 Mar 2011 58,740 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

nearside front tyre close to limit and cracked

nearside rear tyre cracked

Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,775 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 39,183 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 39,183 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Apr 2008 29,495 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 ULB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ULB, 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 EO05 ULB registered?

EO05 ULB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 March 2005.

Is EO05 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 ULB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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