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ET05 SNN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,375 mi
Last recorded98,375 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 SNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2025 98,375 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 75,475 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 48,286 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 32,416 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 32,414 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 32,315 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 32,194 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 31,778 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 31,505 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,804 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 29,454 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 28,044 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,087 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 23,320 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 21,714 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 19,701 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,341 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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ET05 SNN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ET05 SNN, 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 ET05 SNN?

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What year was ET05 SNN registered?

ET05 SNN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is ET05 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 SNN shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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