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DE05 ZCF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,651 mi
Last recorded87,651 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 ZCF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 87,651 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 18 Aug 2025 82,265 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 76,936 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 28 Jul 2023 69,975 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 25 Jul 2022 63,749 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Fail 25 Jul 2022 63,749 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 28 Jul 2021 57,178 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

undertrays and engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 22 Jul 2020 51,514 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 51,440 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 50,274 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 50,274 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 48,711 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2015 46,531 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 43,824 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 41,615 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 38,252 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 33,774 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 28,762 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 22,875 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 13 May 2008 17,495 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 ZCF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ZCF, 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 DE05 ZCF registered?

DE05 ZCF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is DE05 ZCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 ZCF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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