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DY05 ZTH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

140,644 mi
Last recorded140,644 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 ZTH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2023 140,644 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 140,694 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 131,299 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 125,368 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 123,620 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 121,502 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 117,729 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 115,808 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 109,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 107,241 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 100,519 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 81,814 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 73,579 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

strong advise both front tyres perished

Pass 10 Mar 2011 64,482 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 53,161 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 53,161 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,783 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 30,541 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 ZTH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DY05 ZTH, 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 DY05 ZTH registered?

DY05 ZTH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is DY05 ZTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 ZTH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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