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DA05 EDR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,635 mi
Last recorded117,635 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 EDR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 117,635 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 100,977 miles

Air bag warning light staying on.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Near side front tyre outer sidewall damaged but showing no cords.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Aug 2012 100,810 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Air bag warning light staying on.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Near side front tyre outer sidewall damaged but showing no cords.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2011 82,486 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2011 82,485 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 72,553 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 61,792 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight play in steering column

Pass 19 May 2008 51,858 miles

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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DA05 EDR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA05 EDR, 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.

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What year was DA05 EDR registered?

DA05 EDR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is DA05 EDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 EDR 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.

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