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DV05 BYH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,141 mi
Last recorded100,141 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 BYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 100,141 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2020 100,141 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 87,607 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 74,659 miles

headlight lenses faded

Pass 9 Mar 2017 69,431 miles

o/s % n/s/f brake pads wearing thin

Pass 23 Mar 2016 67,845 miles

Offside front tyre close to legal limit

Pass 18 Jun 2015 67,468 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 52,693 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 47,955 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)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 47,955 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)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 43,085 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 34,119 miles

engine management light on

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 3 Jun 2009 29,113 miles

o/s/r tyre tread slightly perished

unable to fully inspect centre rear seatbelt as webbing jammed in mechanism

Fail 3 Jun 2009 29,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r tyre tread slightly perished

unable to fully inspect centre rear seatbelt as webbing jammed in mechanism

Fail 12 Jun 2008 21,451 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 20,267 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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DV05 BYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol 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 DV05 BYH, 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

How do I check the history of DV05 BYH?

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What year was DV05 BYH registered?

DV05 BYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is DV05 BYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 BYH 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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