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DY05 ZTL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,489 mi
Last recorded96,489 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2018 96,489 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 83,593 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 70,935 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 66,513 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 58,226 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 51,900 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,373 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,717 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 40,272 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 35,647 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 29,900 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 ZTL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZTL, 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 ZTL registered?

DY05 ZTL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is DY05 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 ZTL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY05 ZTL have outstanding finance?

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