MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
140,664 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
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EX55 TFE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 EX55 TFE, 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 EX55 TFE?
You can check the full history of EX55 TFE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was EX55 TFE registered?
EX55 TFE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.
Is EX55 TFE safe to buy?
The MOT history for EX55 TFE shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EX55 TFE have outstanding finance?
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