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D11 UBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

187,621 mi
Last recorded187,621 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD11 UBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 187,621 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 180,003 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 172,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3 mm worn inner (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3 mm worn on inner (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 163,965 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 4 mm stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 4 mm stepped (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 151,114 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 140,009 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 129,244 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 119,222 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 109,774 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Fail 7 Oct 2017 109,774 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 108,062 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 97,826 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 89,623 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 89,623 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,493 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing noisy

Pass 7 Sep 2012 75,730 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 66,763 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 64,739 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 64,707 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 55,089 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 45,153 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 35,453 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 35,453 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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D11 UBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D11 UBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D11 UBX registered?

D11 UBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is D11 UBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D11 UBX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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