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DA55 RDO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,735 mi
Last recorded123,735 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 123,735 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2017 123,515 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 114,216 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 114,216 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 99,965 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 91,212 miles

Offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 81,296 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 81,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

offside and nearside rear tyre wear

Pass 12 Oct 2012 70,550 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 59,535 miles

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)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 49,556 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2009 37,749 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 27,995 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 RDO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RDO, 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 RDO registered?

DA55 RDO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is DA55 RDO safe to buy?

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