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DS05 LRZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,016 mi
Last recorded123,016 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 LRZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2021 123,016 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside nearside (5.3.2 (c))

service brake efficiency only just emt.it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 30 Jul 2019 116,985 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 116,985 miles

Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 112,694 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened o/s n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s n/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect o/s n/s (5.3.2 (b))

parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 13 Jul 2017 106,948 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s n/s and inner sills (2.4.A.3)

SERVICE BRAKE efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 9 Jul 2016 101,133 miles

Nearside and Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

Pass 13 Jul 2015 93,128 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 85,606 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 77,312 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 64,515 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 49,185 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 49,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Aug 2009 38,010 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 38,010 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 33,513 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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DS05 LRZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DS05 LRZ, 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 DS05 LRZ registered?

DS05 LRZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is DS05 LRZ safe to buy?

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