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DA55 DPK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,296 mi
Last recorded93,296 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 DPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2014 93,296 miles

both front suspension arm rear rubber bushes starting to split

both rear shock absorber bump stops split

nearside rear tyre side wall perished

Fail 16 Dec 2014 93,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

both front suspension arm rear rubber bushes starting to split

both rear shock absorber bump stops split

nearside rear tyre side wall perished

Pass 29 Nov 2013 85,021 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 77,860 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 69,633 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 63,773 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 57,299 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 51,644 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 DPK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DPK, 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 DPK registered?

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

Is DA55 DPK safe to buy?

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