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DX54 ZXN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

216,944 mi
Last recorded216,944 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 ZXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 216,944 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 237,425 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 216,944 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 216,944 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 193,107 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 169,899 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 147,235 miles

code read vehicle fault indicated passenger side airbag fault cleared code light remained off if light comes on again further investigation required

slight bind n/s rear brake

Fail 15 Nov 2017 147,235 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

slight bind n/s rear brake

Pass 3 Jan 2017 134,458 miles

Engine & Underbody covers fitted preventing inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & very worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 134,458 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine & Underbody covers fitted preventing inspection of some components.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm & very worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 118,396 miles

Under body covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components.

Pass 21 Jan 2015 105,102 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2015 105,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 100,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

bonnet 2nd catch partially seizing

Fail 24 Jan 2014 100,086 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

bonnet 2nd catch partially seizing

Fail 22 Jan 2014 100,063 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

bonnet 2nd catch partially seizing

Pass 24 Jan 2013 91,728 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 91,726 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 83,485 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 76,627 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 76,624 miles

Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 67,007 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 50,366 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,341 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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DX54 ZXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX54 ZXN, 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.

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What year was DX54 ZXN registered?

DX54 ZXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 January 2005.

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