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DV05 XJK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,740 mi
Last recorded100,740 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XJK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 100,740 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 97,185 miles

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

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

n/s/f wing damaged

Fail 7 Apr 2016 97,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

n/s/f wing damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2015 93,146 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 89,808 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 85,161 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 80,365 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 75,814 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 53,309 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 53,309 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 35,392 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 XJK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XJK, 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 XJK registered?

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

Is DV05 XJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 XJK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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