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DE55 RHZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,760 mi
Last recorded91,760 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 RHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 91,760 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 89,195 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 87,529 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 86,797 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 84,170 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 29 Oct 2013 84,170 miles

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

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 12 Nov 2012 78,556 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 74,158 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 70,352 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 64,467 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 64,467 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 59,578 miles

front number plate cracked but can be read o.k.

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 RHZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RHZ, 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 RHZ registered?

DE55 RHZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DE55 RHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 RHZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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