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ET05 SSK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

125,654 mi
Last recorded125,654 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 SSK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 125,654 miles

General corrosion under the vehicle

Under tray shield

Pass 8 Jan 2025 120,277 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 113,783 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 107,004 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 100,881 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 96,737 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2019 88,912 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 82,071 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 78,132 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 72,757 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 63,477 miles

Both front brake discs starting to wear on inner edge.

Both rear tyres on 3/4mm.

Engine light on dash.

Pass 12 Jul 2014 58,903 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,135 miles

both front tyres very badly scrubbed on inner edge

Fail 12 Jul 2013 52,135 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres very badly scrubbed on inner edge

Pass 14 Jul 2012 46,376 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 38,934 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 33,829 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,834 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 21,267 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 SSK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 ET05 SSK, 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 ET05 SSK registered?

ET05 SSK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is ET05 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 SSK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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