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EO55 SVC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,699 mi
Last recorded118,699 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 SVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 118,699 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 114,646 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 107,549 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 107,548 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 98,668 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 90,280 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 73,583 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2013 69,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jun 2013 69,342 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2012 60,317 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 49,039 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,233 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 28,116 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 21,142 miles

small deep cut to cord in n/s/f tyre

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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EO55 SVC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 EO55 SVC, 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 EO55 SVC registered?

EO55 SVC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is EO55 SVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO55 SVC 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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