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DV05 XUZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,070 mi
Last recorded93,070 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XUZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 93,070 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 93,031 miles

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 86,684 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 79,319 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 72,888 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 68,358 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 64,152 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 64,152 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 58,292 miles

Offside Front tyre wall damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 58,292 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front tyre wall damaged

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 50,443 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 47,928 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 47,047 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,768 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 38,524 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 30,653 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 24,849 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 19,850 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 XUZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XUZ, 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 XUZ registered?

DV05 XUZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is DV05 XUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 XUZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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