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EY55 WND

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,256 mi
Last recorded141,256 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 WND
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 141,256 miles

Slight damage to windscreen

Fail 30 Aug 2018 141,256 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Slight damage to windscreen

Pass 24 Aug 2017 133,657 miles

Both headlight lens deteriorating

Pass 15 Aug 2016 120,328 miles

Both headlight lens deteriorating

Pass 20 Aug 2015 90,426 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 60,799 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 28,576 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 23,535 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,987 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 17,323 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 13,234 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,497 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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EY55 WND is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EY55 WND, 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 EY55 WND registered?

EY55 WND is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is EY55 WND safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY55 WND shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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