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ET54 TRX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,420 mi
Last recorded171,420 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2022 171,420 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 164,840 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 159,421 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 155,339 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 149,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 141,984 miles

Crack along bottom of windscreen

Pass 22 Nov 2016 134,042 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 125,902 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 116,265 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 102,201 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 96,305 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 86,451 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 77,612 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 67,417 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2009 60,454 miles

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

front brake balance close to the maximum limit

Pass 12 Dec 2008 59,142 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 45,614 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 TRX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel 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 ET54 TRX, 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 TRX?

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What year was ET54 TRX registered?

ET54 TRX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is ET54 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET54 TRX 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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