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ET05 ZZJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,694 mi
Last recorded97,694 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 97,694 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 88,708 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 82,477 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 77,147 miles

rear exhaust slightly corroded but not leaking

Pass 11 Oct 2013 73,402 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 69,265 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

Fail 16 Aug 2012 69,265 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

O/S/F TYRE WORN UNEVENLY

Pass 4 Aug 2011 63,548 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 55,391 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 43,408 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2009 43,408 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,221 miles

N/S front tyre cut on sidewall,not deep to see cord

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

Fail 30 Jul 2008 28,221 miles

N/S front tyre cut on sidewall,not deep to see cord

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

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 ZZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 ZZJ, 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 ET05 ZZJ registered?

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

Is ET05 ZZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 ZZJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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