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DE55 ENM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,985 mi
Last recorded117,985 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 ENM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 117,985 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 110,332 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Aug 2019 103,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 95,498 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 90,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front brake disc backing plate corroded.

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc backing plate corroded.

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 85,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 79,771 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 72,508 miles

Front tyres 225 width rear tyres 235 width but same across axles

Rear Brake back plates heavily corroded but secure at this time

Pass 28 Aug 2013 66,012 miles

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

o-s-f tyre is nailed and is low inner edge

Fail 21 Aug 2013 65,987 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

o-s-f tyre is nailed and is low inner edge

Pass 17 Aug 2012 58,220 miles

s-r-s airbag light is on

Pass 30 Aug 2011 51,575 miles

Airbag light is on.(SRS)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

n-s-f tyre getting low down to 2.5mm-3mm

Pass 22 Jul 2010 39,286 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,848 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 10 Oct 2008 24,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 24,934 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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DE55 ENM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 DE55 ENM, 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 DE55 ENM registered?

DE55 ENM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is DE55 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 ENM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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