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DF05 OKD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

176,185 mi
Last recorded176,185 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 OKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 176,185 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 168,507 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre has a deep cut between the tread

Offside Front door mirror damaged

both headlamps deteriorated giving a poor beam image

engine missfire

Fail 11 Jan 2021 168,482 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre has a deep cut between the tread

Offside Front door mirror damaged

both headlamps deteriorated giving a poor beam image

engine missfire

Pass 16 Jul 2019 156,818 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 143,946 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2018 143,946 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 133,706 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 133,706 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 122,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 122,541 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 112,479 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 101,139 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 90,854 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 79,414 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 67,934 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 56,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 43,590 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 31,726 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 OKD 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 77.8%.

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 OKD, 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 DF05 OKD registered?

DF05 OKD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is DF05 OKD safe to buy?

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