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DV05 TKZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,280 mi
Last recorded146,280 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2020 146,280 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine management light on indicating a fault

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective lens hazy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 128,631 miles

Emissions just met minimum requirements,idle speed fluctuating

Engine management light on indicating a fault,advise attention

Headlamp bulbs slightly different light output

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged,advise attention (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 128,630 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Emissions just met minimum requirements,idle speed fluctuating

Engine management light on indicating a fault,advise attention

Headlamp bulbs slightly different light output

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged,advise attention (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning centre (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2018 112,876 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 112,867 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm limit,advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside front lower ball joint fractured,advise replacement

Pass 12 Jul 2017 109,050 miles

Both wishbone bushes have a slight play in

Offside CV boot is perished

Pass 30 Jun 2016 103,585 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 100,030 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 96,000 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 89,617 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 85,746 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 17 Jun 2011 80,926 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 76,019 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 71,895 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 60,334 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 TKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc 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 DV05 TKZ, 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 TKZ registered?

DV05 TKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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