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EU55 ZGX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,802 mi
Last recorded122,802 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 ZGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2021 122,802 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 120,649 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 115,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2018 109,102 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 102,580 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 97,212 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 90,501 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 77,759 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 72,794 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 68,183 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 55,965 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 43,873 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 31,500 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 ZGX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 EU55 ZGX, 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 ZGX registered?

EU55 ZGX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is EU55 ZGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 ZGX shows 13 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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