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DX05 WVB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

68,503 mi
Last recorded68,503 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 WVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 68,503 miles

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

slight damage to offside rear bumper area

Fail 22 Aug 2019 68,502 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

slight damage to offside rear bumper area

Pass 21 Aug 2018 58,477 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside brake disc's pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 55,176 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 52,409 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 20 May 2015 48,176 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2015 47,519 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 42,762 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 31,721 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 20,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 9,591 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 9,386 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 9,191 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 8,816 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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DX05 WVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DX05 WVB, 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 DX05 WVB registered?

DX05 WVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is DX05 WVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 WVB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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