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DY05 VAO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

116,516 mi
Last recorded116,516 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 VAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2021 116,516 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 107,469 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 107,466 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 31 May 2018 92,037 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 92,034 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 83,389 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 83,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 73,215 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 69,210 miles

Both front headlamps geting hazy

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2014 62,629 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 57,542 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 57,530 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,708 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 46,002 miles

has nail in n/s/r tyre.

unable to check o/s/r & n/s/r seat belts,child seats fitted.

Pass 30 Mar 2010 43,312 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 37,979 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 32,353 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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DY05 VAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 DY05 VAO, 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 DY05 VAO?

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What year was DY05 VAO registered?

DY05 VAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DY05 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 VAO shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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