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EX55 TGV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,490 mi
Last recorded12,490 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 TGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2017 12,490 miles

EML light is illuminated

Nearside Front Tyre has sidewall damage

Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,556 miles

EML on

Pass 5 Aug 2015 10,413 miles

eml light on

Pass 22 Aug 2014 9,455 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 8,752 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 7,907 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine lamp on

Pass 25 Aug 2011 6,960 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 5,813 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 4,796 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 3,779 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 TGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 TGV, 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 TGV?

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What year was EX55 TGV registered?

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

Is EX55 TGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 TGV shows 10 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 TGV have outstanding finance?

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