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DN05 LHG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

165,953 mi
Last recorded165,953 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 LHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 165,953 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 157,869 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 147,232 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 135,820 miles

Offside Front obligatory indirect vision device damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

under tray fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2015 126,140 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2014 115,141 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 103,932 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 93,508 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 93,508 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 81,798 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 69,134 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 69,129 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 53,907 miles

offside rear tyre advanced wear and different speed rating

Pass 7 Aug 2008 37,184 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,120 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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DN05 LHG 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 86.7%.

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 DN05 LHG, 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 DN05 LHG registered?

DN05 LHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is DN05 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 LHG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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