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EU55 YRJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,668 mi
Last recorded105,668 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 YRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 105,668 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 103,527 miles

front brake pads low- discs corroded

nsf tyre has outer sidewall damage and wearing on inner edge

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

slight blow on front flexi pipe- exhaust

under and sill covers fitted

water and oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2016 103,527 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (7.1.2)

Headlamp insecure os headlight (1.7.3)

coil spring broken osf coil spring (2.4.C.1a)

front brake pads low- discs corroded

nsf tyre has outer sidewall damage and wearing on inner edge

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

under and sill covers fitted

water and oil leak

Pass 31 Jul 2015 101,468 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 95,469 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 86,085 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 86,085 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 75,188 miles

brake warning lamp illuminated

low fuel warning lamp illuminated

rear pads low no wear indicators

slight oil leak from n/s diff seal

Fail 20 Sep 2011 75,188 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

brake warning lamp illuminated

low fuel warning lamp illuminated

n/s/rear tyre inner side wall poor condition

rear pads low no wear indicators

slight oil leak from n/s diff seal

Pass 25 Sep 2010 62,723 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 47,457 miles

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

offside abligatory mirrow damaged but not affecting view

Pass 15 Sep 2008 32,979 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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EU55 YRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EU55 YRJ, 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 EU55 YRJ registered?

EU55 YRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EU55 YRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 YRJ shows 12 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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