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T15 PDT

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

86,445 mi
Last recorded86,445 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT15 PDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2025 86,445 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 83,147 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 78,102 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 72,533 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 68,979 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 61,448 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2018 61,421 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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T15 PDT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T15 PDT, 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 T15 PDT?

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What year was T15 PDT registered?

T15 PDT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is T15 PDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T15 PDT shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T15 PDT have outstanding finance?

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