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DX05 ZDC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,117 mi
Last recorded107,117 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 ZDC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 107,117 miles

all brake back plates corroding

o/side rear tyre bald on inner edge

Fail 24 Apr 2018 107,117 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

all brake back plates corroding

o/side rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 3 May 2017 101,270 miles

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

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 3 May 2017 101,270 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Apr 2016 94,815 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 85,253 miles

n/side rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 8 Apr 2014 73,641 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 64,082 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 49,992 miles

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

o/s n/s rear tyres perished.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 44,037 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 33,661 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 33,661 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 27,490 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 19,714 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 ZDC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 ZDC, 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

How do I check the history of DX05 ZDC?

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What year was DX05 ZDC registered?

DX05 ZDC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is DX05 ZDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 ZDC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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