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DE55 HKB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,598 mi
Last recorded95,598 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 HKB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 95,598 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lowerrear bushes deterioated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes deterioated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 92,526 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 86,227 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 78,332 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2017 78,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front pads worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2016 69,340 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 68,399 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

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

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

child seats fitted both sides rear

corrosion and wear on front brake discs

front brake pads 70% worn

Pass 8 Dec 2014 58,808 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 49,739 miles

O/S front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2013 49,738 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

O/S front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Dec 2012 42,110 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Dec 2011 33,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2010 28,286 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 21,970 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 16,959 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 HKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 HKB, 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 HKB registered?

DE55 HKB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is DE55 HKB safe to buy?

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