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DA55 EUO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

120,851 mi
Last recorded120,851 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 EUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 120,851 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 103,230 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 103,230 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 95,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 88,433 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 81,524 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 73,864 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 67,267 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear O/Side & N/Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front O/Side & N/Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both O/Side & N/Side Tarnished & Frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Mar 2019 67,267 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & Rear O/Side & N/Side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front O/Side & N/Side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp reflector slightly defective Both O/Side & N/Side Tarnished & Frosty (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 64,033 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both frosty (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracked in tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded o/s/r (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f seat belt stork plastic cover damaged

Fail 28 Mar 2018 64,033 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both frosty (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres cracked in tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

coil spring corroded o/s/r (2.4.C.1b)

n/s/f seat belt stork plastic cover damaged

Pass 27 Mar 2017 61,702 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced o/s/ frosty lens (1.7.5a)

both front tyres wearing on thin on inner edges and cracked

both rear tyres cracked in tread

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively o/s/r (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 56,187 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it.

plastic under trays fitted.

Fail 1 Mar 2016 56,139 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it.

plastic under trays fitted.

Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,391 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 45,390 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Bulb warning light on dash.

Slight bind on o/s/r wheel.

Pass 23 Jan 2014 34,203 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2014 34,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 26,285 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 23,842 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 20,377 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 16,575 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 12,850 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 EUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 EUO, 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 EUO registered?

DA55 EUO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is DA55 EUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA55 EUO shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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