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EX55 TFN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

117,032 mi
Last recorded117,032 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 TFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 117,032 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 110,321 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 107,492 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 103,627 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 101,307 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front tyre wearing low close to wear bars

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2021 99,761 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 3 Jun 2021 99,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2019 97,658 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2017 93,667 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2016 91,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 90,051 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 87,900 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 84,818 miles

ADVICE BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGES STARTED TO WEAR.

Fail 9 Jul 2013 84,817 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

ADVICE BOTH FRONT TYRES INNER EDGES STARTED TO WEAR.

Pass 15 May 2012 77,174 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 77,174 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 61,986 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 47,525 miles

Both front tyres low tread strong advise.

Nearside front tyre signs of run-flat damage cuts in both front tyres.

Rear brake discs lipped.

Strong advise wheels removed brake inspection.

Various bodywork damage around vehicle.

Fail 2 Jun 2010 47,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front tyres low tread strong advise.

Nearside front tyre signs of run-flat damage cuts in both front tyres.

Rear brake discs lipped.

Strong advise wheels removed brake inspection.

Various bodywork damage around vehicle.

Pass 10 Jun 2009 31,620 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 31,620 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,539 miles

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

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

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 TFN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 TFN, 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 TFN registered?

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

Is EX55 TFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 TFN shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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