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EX55 WCU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

152,837 mi
Last recorded152,837 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 WCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 152,837 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 152,761 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2024 145,280 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 138,575 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2022 131,157 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 130,863 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 121,858 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 114,113 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 106,916 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 99,661 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 92,404 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 84,033 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 75,916 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 75,916 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2014 65,919 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 58,321 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 48,702 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 41,496 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 34,856 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2010 34,856 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 27,204 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 21,024 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 WCU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WCU, 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 WCU registered?

EX55 WCU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is EX55 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 WCU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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