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DE05 AHP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

125,005 mi
Last recorded125,005 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 AHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 125,005 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 99,755 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 99,755 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 84,577 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 74,890 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 69,197 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring view to testable items

Pass 12 Apr 2017 64,632 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 62,617 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 58,589 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 58,589 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 53,564 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,203 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 45,210 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 41,167 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 36,651 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 36,651 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 32,705 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 29,312 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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DE05 AHP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DE05 AHP, 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 DE05 AHP registered?

DE05 AHP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 April 2005.

Is DE05 AHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 AHP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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