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DV05 UKJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

203,364 mi
Last recorded203,364 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 UKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 203,364 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 181,776 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 181,524 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 159,274 miles

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

eml on dash

Fail 26 Aug 2015 159,274 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

eml on dash

Pass 21 Aug 2014 133,447 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 133,157 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 111,502 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 88,546 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 66,300 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 51,560 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 40,914 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 32,170 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 UKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 UKJ, 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 UKJ registered?

DV05 UKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is DV05 UKJ safe to buy?

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