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DY54 WMF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

233,221 mi
Last recorded233,221 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY54 WMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 233,221 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2024 233,199 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 226,024 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2022 206,923 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 206,288 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 185,399 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 174,841 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 161,875 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 133,862 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 121,907 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 121,907 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2013 109,829 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 97,044 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 84,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 73,191 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 61,533 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 51,183 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 39,374 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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DY54 WMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY54 WMF, 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 DY54 WMF?

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What year was DY54 WMF registered?

DY54 WMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 January 2005.

Is DY54 WMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY54 WMF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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