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YS05 DMZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,749 mi
Last recorded136,749 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS05 DMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 136,749 miles

Nearside Rear could not inspect seat belt due to child seat

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on inner wall

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 128,791 miles

Both front and rear brake discs back plates corroded and weak would strong advice to change

Both front and rear brake discs scored and lipped

N/s/r anti-roll bar linkage has slight play

Pass 18 Sep 2016 118,855 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 108,206 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 108,206 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2014 97,868 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 86,482 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 86,482 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 76,856 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 66,610 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 55,467 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Fail 16 Sep 2010 55,467 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 23 Sep 2009 45,892 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 45,892 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2008 34,939 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 23,851 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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YS05 DMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YS05 DMZ, 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 YS05 DMZ registered?

YS05 DMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is YS05 DMZ safe to buy?

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