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EO05 XBA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,251 mi
Last recorded53,251 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 XBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 53,251 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 52,327 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 51,366 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 50,434 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 49,568 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 49,556 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 48,686 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 47,923 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 45,921 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 44,700 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 43,724 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 42,599 miles

Nearside rear tyre outer sidewall cut, not to cords.

Pass 30 Apr 2015 40,758 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 40,758 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 38,547 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,349 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 32,139 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 28,738 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 25,782 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 22,480 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,367 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 XBA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XBA, 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 XBA registered?

EO05 XBA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is EO05 XBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 XBA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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