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DC05 EZK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

111,283 mi
Last recorded111,283 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 EZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2020 111,283 miles

oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2019 96,252 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2018 83,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 4 Apr 2018 83,804 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Mar 2017 74,974 miles

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Fail 22 Mar 2017 74,974 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 13 Apr 2016 68,211 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 60,772 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 60,558 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 51,164 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 46,229 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 40,709 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 40,709 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 16 Feb 2011 34,787 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 34,787 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 28,978 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 24,407 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 19,679 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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DC05 EZK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DC05 EZK, 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 DC05 EZK registered?

DC05 EZK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is DC05 EZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC05 EZK shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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