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DU05 OKT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,450 mi
Last recorded63,450 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU05 OKT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 63,450 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 62,997 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 62,438 miles

all tyres worn low

Pass 15 Mar 2023 61,724 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 60,775 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 60,065 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 59,397 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 58,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 56,822 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 55,228 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,025 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 51,921 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 49,799 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 47,663 miles

all tyres either on or very close to legal limit

Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,103 miles

front wings both starting to rust

Pass 24 Feb 2011 37,326 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 33,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 29,782 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2008 22,556 miles

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

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

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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DU05 OKT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DU05 OKT, 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 DU05 OKT registered?

DU05 OKT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DU05 OKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU05 OKT shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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