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EX55 TGY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,117 mi
Last recorded111,117 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 TGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2024 111,117 miles

Front nsf and osf head lights poor image

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms were coil spring sits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 111,116 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front nsf and osf head lights poor image

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms were coil spring sits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 108,926 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms were coil spring sits (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsr and osr trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 99,615 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 87,146 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 86,832 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2020 86,831 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 82,317 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 77,007 miles

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

both head lamps slightly cloudy

Pass 12 Jan 2017 72,111 miles

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 22 Dec 2015 66,594 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 61,895 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 57,410 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 52,095 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 44,957 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 36,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2009 26,744 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 19,817 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 TGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TGY, 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 TGY registered?

EX55 TGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is EX55 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 TGY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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