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DS04 AVS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

149,893 mi
Last recorded149,893 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS04 AVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 149,893 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking from the front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Gearbox mounting defective

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 146,567 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 141,921 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 137,236 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 131,370 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 131,370 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 130,416 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexi (8.2.1.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 126,403 miles

vehicle has been modifed and catylist fitted for test

Pass 9 Mar 2020 118,675 miles

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

oil leak under turbo area

some interior electrics inop

Fail 7 Mar 2020 118,661 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values catalist missing (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre worn on inside edge

suspention lowered more than standARD

Pass 9 Mar 2019 106,052 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 94,735 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 88,154 miles

Possible DPT filter missing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 76,282 miles

Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2015 69,366 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Feb 2014 62,793 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2014 62,793 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Nov 2012 56,315 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 48,662 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 40,200 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 40,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front inner discs worn

n/s/f fog light broken

Pass 23 Sep 2009 32,249 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 22,382 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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DS04 AVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 DS04 AVS, 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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DS04 AVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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