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DN05 LZB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,395 mi
Last recorded155,395 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 LZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 155,395 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 155,390 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 146,392 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 129,536 miles

NOISE FROM ENGINE

Pass 6 Oct 2016 127,388 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 120,259 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 109,991 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres inner edges bald

nsr brakes slightly binding

Pass 22 Aug 2013 103,883 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 103,882 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 98,051 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)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 98,051 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 90,688 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 90,496 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

o/s rear outer sidelamp inop

Pass 2 Jun 2010 80,808 miles

front number plate has slight damaged

Pass 15 May 2009 69,294 miles

near side rear bump stop perished

Pass 20 May 2008 52,491 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 LZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LZB, 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 DN05 LZB registered?

DN05 LZB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is DN05 LZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN05 LZB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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