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DV05 XVB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

176,668 mi
Last recorded176,668 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 176,668 miles

Engine light on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2016 176,668 miles

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

Engine light on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 168,692 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 161,051 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 150,514 miles

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bonnet catch stiff

bulb warning light on

rear inner brake pads not clearly visible

Pass 26 Jun 2012 138,437 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 122,696 miles

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

engine management light illuminated

rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2010 103,271 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 78,789 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 52,046 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

dent to nearside sill

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 XVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XVB, 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 XVB registered?

DV05 XVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is DV05 XVB safe to buy?

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