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DA55 SGZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,754 mi
Last recorded85,754 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 85,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Nearside front tyre bald on outer egde of tread

Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,624 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 77,624 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Dec 2012 66,489 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

n/s front tyre bald on both edges

o/s rear tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2011 55,654 miles

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

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Dec 2011 55,654 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

n/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s front tyre badly worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2010 44,780 miles

Steering slightly rough on turning steering wheel

Pass 18 Dec 2009 34,137 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 24,211 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 SGZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SGZ, 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 SGZ registered?

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

Is DA55 SGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA55 SGZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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