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SA05 MOR

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

227,119 mi
Last recorded227,119 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA05 MOR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 227,119 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 214,673 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 202,528 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 191,673 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 179,977 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 160,276 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 146,979 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 135,089 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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SA05 MOR is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 80,687 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 SA05 MOR, 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 20 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 SA05 MOR?

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What year was SA05 MOR registered?

SA05 MOR is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is SA05 MOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA05 MOR shows 8 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 SA05 MOR have outstanding finance?

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