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DX05 XKE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

63,302 mi
Last recorded63,302 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 XKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 63,302 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 60,537 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear suspension very rusty.

Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,476 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses slightly perished.

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 52,740 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 49,142 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 46,060 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 43,203 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 40,627 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 40,599 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 37,652 miles

E.S.P LIGHT ON

Pass 1 Aug 2011 33,236 miles

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)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 27,696 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,339 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 15,736 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 XKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 XKE, 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 XKE registered?

DX05 XKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is DX05 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 XKE 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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