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DE55 OBS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

120,603 mi
Last recorded120,603 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 OBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 120,603 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake disc back plates corroded

slight cracking on nearside rear tyre sidewall

slight cracking on offside rear tyre sidewall

Pass 14 Jan 2014 106,998 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 92,578 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 73,443 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 56,212 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 43,468 miles

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

small cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall.

Fail 3 Oct 2008 31,949 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 31,949 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 OBS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 OBS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE55 OBS registered?

DE55 OBS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is DE55 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 OBS shows 8 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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