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EO05 WEV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

206,758 mi
Last recorded206,758 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 WEV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2020 206,758 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 199,364 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 190,117 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 183,695 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 174,198 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 174,198 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 160,985 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 160,985 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 147,766 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 147,766 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 134,272 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 134,272 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 118,735 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 102,738 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 81,042 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 65,963 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 65,862 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 46,860 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 46,860 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 WEV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 EO05 WEV, 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.

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What year was EO05 WEV registered?

EO05 WEV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is EO05 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 WEV shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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