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EO05 XWC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

81,330 mi
Last recorded81,330 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 XWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 81,330 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 72,515 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 63,716 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 57,569 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 52,836 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 47,686 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 43,388 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 35,209 miles

N/S/Front tyre wall perished

Pass 22 Feb 2011 31,810 miles

front tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2010 27,403 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 23,686 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 17,324 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 17,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 XWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XWC, 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 XWC?

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What year was EO05 XWC registered?

EO05 XWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is EO05 XWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 XWC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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