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DV05 FXK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

67,127 mi
Last recorded67,127 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 FXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 67,127 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 65,407 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 63,530 miles

under body has cover /tray fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2022 62,141 miles

Underbody cover fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2022 62,141 miles

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

Underbody cover fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2021 60,055 miles

under body has cover /tray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2020 58,618 miles

under body has cover /tray fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2019 56,121 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 56,121 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 54,001 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 51,426 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 47,702 miles

under body has cover /tray fitted

Fail 30 Nov 2016 47,702 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

under body has cover /tray fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2015 44,055 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 44,055 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 41,533 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 35,566 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2013 35,566 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 33,352 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 29,948 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 29,948 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 26,276 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 26,273 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,169 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 21,875 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 19,707 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 FXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FXK, 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 DV05 FXK registered?

DV05 FXK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is DV05 FXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 FXK shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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