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DF54 EOX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

236,633 mi
Last recorded236,633 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 EOX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 236,633 miles

Rear coil springs slight corrosion.

Pass 27 Jan 2016 231,292 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 224,926 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 218,694 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 218,694 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 215,457 miles

EML WARNING LIGHT ON

ESP WARNING LIGHT ON

Fail 25 Jan 2013 215,457 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

EML WARNING LIGHT ON

ESP WARNING LIGHT ON

Fail 21 Jan 2013 210,968 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 188,165 miles

front number plate becoming worn

Pass 21 Jan 2011 168,119 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2010 143,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 143,924 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 124,984 miles

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

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 90,800 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 EOX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EOX, 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 DF54 EOX registered?

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

Is DF54 EOX safe to buy?

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