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ET54 NPY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,201 mi
Last recorded156,201 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 NPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 156,201 miles

Offside Front Outer cv boot slight leak

Pass 16 Jul 2018 141,741 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Jul 2018 141,741 miles

Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 132,857 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2017 132,857 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 121,706 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2015 110,311 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 110,311 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 103,696 miles

number plate could be better lit

Pass 2 Apr 2013 95,236 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 87,728 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 87,728 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 75,467 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 62,900 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 50,119 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 38,212 miles

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

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

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

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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ET54 NPY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ET54 NPY, 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 ET54 NPY?

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What year was ET54 NPY registered?

ET54 NPY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 January 2005.

Is ET54 NPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET54 NPY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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