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DF54 CWZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,669 mi
Last recorded168,669 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 CWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 168,669 miles

Showing signs of corrosion underside

Pass 20 Sep 2018 96,194 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 145,745 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring view

Pass 29 Jul 2016 124,191 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage Slight lift (2.7.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 29 Jul 2015 109,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

corrosion on both front wheel arches

windscreen chipped outside swept area

Pass 12 Jun 2014 95,249 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 95,249 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2013 83,036 miles

Front brake discs worn

o/s/r backing plate in poor condition

Fail 23 May 2013 83,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn

o/s/r backing plate in poor condition

Pass 2 Jun 2012 73,769 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2011 59,523 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 59,523 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 46,878 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 34,294 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 26,839 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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DF54 CWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DF54 CWZ, 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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DF54 CWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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