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ET54 TPO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,811 mi
Last recorded123,811 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 TPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2024 123,811 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023

Headlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 114,195 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 110,608 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 108,935 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 105,633 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 102,386 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 99,157 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 94,978 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 89,407 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 85,367 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 79,617 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 74,995 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 68,466 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 65,069 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 54,291 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 43,823 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 40,976 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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ET54 TPO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 ET54 TPO, 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 ET54 TPO registered?

ET54 TPO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is ET54 TPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET54 TPO shows 18 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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