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EX55 KDZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,762 mi
Last recorded108,762 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 KDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2014 108,762 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 100,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake back plates poor

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 92,703 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 84,129 miles

front wipers poor

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

nearside rear tyre, tread uneven/distorted

Fail 29 Mar 2012 84,129 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

coolant leak - at coolant bottle

front wipers poor

nearside rear tyre, tread uneven/distorted

Pass 28 Mar 2011 75,572 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 75,572 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

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

both rear tyres inner edges slightly uneven

o/s/f brake disc inner edge scored

wipers poor

Pass 1 Apr 2010 68,695 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2009 65,075 miles

nearside side repeater poor condition

Pass 30 Aug 2008 49,776 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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EX55 KDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX55 KDZ, 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 EX55 KDZ registered?

EX55 KDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EX55 KDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 KDZ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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