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SJZ 5745

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,399 mi
Last recorded99,399 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJZ 5745
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 99,399 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 99,369 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 93,595 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 90,487 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 89,091 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 89,063 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 86,960 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 84,646 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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SJZ 5745 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJZ 5745, 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 SJZ 5745?

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What year was SJZ 5745 registered?

SJZ 5745 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is SJZ 5745 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJZ 5745 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJZ 5745 have outstanding finance?

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