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DA55 BWE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,405 mi
Last recorded61,405 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 61,405 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 55,466 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 55,466 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 49,041 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 49,041 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 42,322 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 45,290 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 26,637 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 BWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 DA55 BWE, 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 DA55 BWE registered?

DA55 BWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DA55 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA55 BWE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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