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DV05 FWW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,999 mi
Last recorded160,999 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 FWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 160,999 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 16 May 2019 160,464 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 150,221 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 140,362 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 9 May 2016 130,793 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 9 May 2016 130,793 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 119,534 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 23 May 2014 110,430 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2013 99,808 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 90,194 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 78,452 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 66,782 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 51,582 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 41,624 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 FWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FWW, 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 DV05 FWW registered?

DV05 FWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 April 2005.

Is DV05 FWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 FWW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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