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DA55 RFY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,049 mi
Last recorded127,049 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 RFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 127,049 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 106,112 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 84,448 miles

There is a crack in right hand side of the screen but does not affect the drivers view

Fail 2 Apr 2013 67,846 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 67,846 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 61,856 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 61,856 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 54,225 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 45,202 miles

air bag light on

engine light on

Fail 29 Mar 2010 45,201 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

air bag light on

engine light on

Pass 16 Jan 2009 32,908 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 RFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RFY, 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 RFY registered?

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

Is DA55 RFY safe to buy?

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