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EO55 XAK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,333 mi
Last recorded104,333 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 104,333 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 104,332 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2016 95,851 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 86,338 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak.

Fail 23 Oct 2015 86,314 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak.

Pass 31 Oct 2014 76,804 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 76,668 miles

Nearside Front Air suspension supply pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front Air suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Offside Front Air suspension supply pipe insecure (2.4.D.3)

Offside Front Air suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 66,002 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 59,472 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish in tread

Pass 14 Apr 2012 38,085 miles

Rear tyres tread starting to perish and crack

Pass 14 May 2011 33,934 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 30,653 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 30,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nsf fail osf 354

nsr 575 osr 575

Pass 2 Oct 2009 27,434 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 20,373 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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EO55 XAK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XAK, 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 XAK registered?

EO55 XAK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is EO55 XAK safe to buy?

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