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EP05 UHG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,775 mi
Last recorded87,775 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP05 UHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 87,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 77,163 miles

Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened cassette bushes (2.4.F.1c)

Fail 1 Mar 2018 77,163 miles

Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened cassette bushes (2.4.F.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 62,187 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 57,624 miles

Engine cover fitted

Unable to check corrosion and pipes

Undertray fitted

Pass 7 Mar 2015 51,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all tyres wearing inner shoulders

Pass 20 Mar 2014 47,434 miles

both rear tyre starting to crack / perish.

Pass 19 Mar 2013 43,583 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Mar 2012 39,032 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 33,479 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 27,870 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 23,182 miles

O/S/F TYRE INNER EDGE WORN

Pass 25 Feb 2008 19,222 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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EP05 UHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EP05 UHG, 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 EP05 UHG registered?

EP05 UHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EP05 UHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP05 UHG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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