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DF54 PUH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

130,453 mi
Last recorded130,453 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF54 PUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 130,453 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 120,764 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 120,764 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 111,963 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 111,963 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 105,413 miles

NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

Pass 11 Jan 2021 104,002 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 103,999 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 99,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 96,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 91,614 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 89,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2015 84,990 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 80,511 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2014 80,511 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 76,846 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 746,205 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 70,739 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)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 68,611 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 68,611 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2009 64,017 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 64,017 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 57,548 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 PUH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 PUH, 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 PUH registered?

DF54 PUH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 February 2005.

Is DF54 PUH safe to buy?

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