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DG05 WLN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,085 mi
Last recorded89,085 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 WLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 89,085 miles

Both outer sills corroded

Offside front wheel arch corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2022 86,039 miles

Brake Pad Warning Light On Dash

Minor Oil Leak

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))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 82,476 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 79,566 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2019 74,565 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 70,533 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 66,329 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2017 66,311 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 62,030 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 57,442 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 52,498 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 46,041 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 46,041 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 39,884 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 35,529 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 29,715 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 23,473 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 17,851 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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DG05 WLN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DG05 WLN, 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 DG05 WLN registered?

DG05 WLN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DG05 WLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 WLN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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