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EX05 PWZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

108,232 mi
Last recorded108,232 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 PWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 108,232 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 105,729 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 lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 102,837 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 100,562 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 97,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 95,444 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 94,205 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 91,320 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 87,211 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 83,112 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 78,456 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 78,457 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 71,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

ns outer front cv joint small clip missing but boot still secure

osf outer cv joint large clip loose but boot still secure

Pass 20 Jun 2014 66,808 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 60,312 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 53,262 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 43,379 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 43,379 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 34,501 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2010 34,501 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 25,884 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,916 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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EX05 PWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 EX05 PWZ, 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 EX05 PWZ registered?

EX05 PWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is EX05 PWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 PWZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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