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PEZ 9762

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,353 mi
Last recorded146,353 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEZ 9762
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 146,353 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 141,412 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 136,167 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 129,449 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 123,739 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2021 123,691 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 112,270 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 112,321 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 106,104 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 106,067 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 96,305 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 96,249 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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PEZ 9762 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,984cc 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 PEZ 9762, 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 PEZ 9762?

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What year was PEZ 9762 registered?

PEZ 9762 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is PEZ 9762 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEZ 9762 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.

Does PEZ 9762 have outstanding finance?

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