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DF54 EEO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2024
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

113,708 mi
Last recorded113,708 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 EEO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Fail 9 Sep 2024 113,708 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 109,447 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 109,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 102,885 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 93,378 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 88,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 80,188 miles

all four tyres tread separation

o/s & n/s/r suspension arm bushes perishing

Fail 14 May 2019 80,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing split open (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

all four tyres tread separation

o/s & n/s/r suspension arm bushes perishing

Pass 15 May 2018 74,216 miles

Nearside Rear slight grabbing

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2018 74,216 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect headlamp covers worn diffusing pattern (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear slight grabbing

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2017 69,747 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 69,747 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 64,101 miles

all tyre walls perished

Fail 20 May 2016 64,101 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

all tyre walls perished

Pass 18 May 2015 58,677 miles

all tyre walls cracking up

Fail 18 May 2015 58,677 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all tyre walls cracking up

Pass 14 May 2014 54,328 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,536 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 48,535 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

r/washer inop

Pass 15 May 2012 44,125 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 39,408 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 39,408 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 34,486 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 27 Jan 2010 34,486 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Jan 2009 30,408 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 27,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 27,880 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 EEO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 DF54 EEO, 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 DF54 EEO registered?

DF54 EEO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is DF54 EEO safe to buy?

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