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DF05 KZG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,783 mi
Last recorded104,783 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 KZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2018 104,783 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 97,348 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 91,181 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

engine covers and undertrays fitted

offside rear brake unit starting to bind

slight blow from rear exhaust joint

Fail 15 Jul 2016 91,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

child seat fitted nearside rear

engine covers and undertrays fitted

offside rear brake unit starting to bind

slight blow from rear exhaust joint

Pass 8 Jul 2015 85,374 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 78,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 70,801 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2013 70,800 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 64,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 56,146 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 40,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,144 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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DF05 KZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DF05 KZG, 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 DF05 KZG registered?

DF05 KZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is DF05 KZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 KZG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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