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DA55 BLF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,979 mi
Last recorded158,979 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 BLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 158,979 miles

n/s/f outer exterior mirrior has some damage view to rear not affected

Fail 31 Dec 2014 158,979 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f outer exterior mirrior has some damage view to rear not affected

Pass 30 Dec 2013 142,147 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 115,984 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside wing slightly damaged

Fail 5 Jul 2012 115,984 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside wing mirror glass damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2011 78,794 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside outer sill slightly damaged

Pass 28 Jun 2010 87,152 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 87,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 77,708 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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DA55 BLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DA55 BLF, 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 DA55 BLF registered?

DA55 BLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is DA55 BLF safe to buy?

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