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EY05 CXX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

270,322 mi
Last recorded270,322 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 CXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2024 270,322 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 264,943 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 261,500 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2022 261,500 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2021 259,292 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 256,980 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 253,287 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 253,287 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 247,086 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)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 238,772 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 204,082 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 174,906 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 146,760 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 146,760 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2012 124,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2012 124,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Oct 2011 10,275 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 80,940 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 63,753 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 47,813 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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EY05 CXX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EY05 CXX, 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 EY05 CXX registered?

EY05 CXX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is EY05 CXX safe to buy?

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