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EX55 VUC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

137,013 mi
Last recorded137,013 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 VUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 137,013 miles

Central Front Gearbox mounting defective ()

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 119,516 miles

Front Gearbox mounting defective Middle Rear. ()

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc dust plate corroded.

Offside Front Disc plate dust cover corroded.

Fail 25 Apr 2021 119,510 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Gearbox mounting defective Middle Rear. ()

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc dust plate corroded.

Offside Front Disc plate dust cover corroded.

Pass 28 Apr 2020 116,627 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 112,661 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 112,661 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2018 107,737 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Underside body has slight corrosion

Pass 22 Apr 2017 105,179 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 102,482 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 102,482 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 99,345 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 93,101 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 84,746 miles

Nearside Rear 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 31 Oct 2011 72,654 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 58,165 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 58,165 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 45,156 miles

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 29 Aug 2008 33,814 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 VUC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VUC, 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.

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What year was EX55 VUC registered?

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

Is EX55 VUC safe to buy?

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