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DEZ 9975

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2023
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,023 mi
Last recorded180,023 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 9975
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2022 180,023 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Sill covers fitted front to rear

Offside Sill covers fitted front to rear

Fail 19 Dec 2022 180,023 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Sill covers fitted front to rear

Offside Sill covers fitted front to rear

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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DEZ 9975 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DEZ 9975, 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

How do I check the history of DEZ 9975?

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What year was DEZ 9975 registered?

DEZ 9975 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is DEZ 9975 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEZ 9975 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DEZ 9975 have outstanding finance?

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