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OLZ 4475

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,402 mi
Last recorded79,402 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLZ 4475
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 79,402 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 78,224 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2024 77,296 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2023 76,020 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 75,295 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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OLZ 4475 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OLZ 4475, 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

How do I check the history of OLZ 4475?

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What year was OLZ 4475 registered?

OLZ 4475 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is OLZ 4475 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLZ 4475 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLZ 4475 have outstanding finance?

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