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GHZ 6404

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

140,952 mi
Last recorded140,952 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHZ 6404
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 140,952 miles
Fail 31 May 2026 140,767 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 135,430 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 135,121 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 129,769 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 125,110 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 121,291 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 121,091 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 112,845 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 108,028 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 107,886 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 106,573 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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GHZ 6404 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 92,274 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GHZ 6404, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GHZ 6404 registered?

GHZ 6404 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is GHZ 6404 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHZ 6404 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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