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DE55 RKK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

107,162 mi
Last recorded107,162 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 RKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 107,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 102,249 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 99,137 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 95,095 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 92,313 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 88,627 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 85,176 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 81,236 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 81,190 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 12 Feb 2016 81,187 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Mar 2015 76,164 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 70,138 miles

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

front wiper blades slightly smeer

Fail 21 Mar 2014 70,138 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

front wiper blades slightly smeer

Pass 2 Mar 2013 63,368 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 58,731 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 53,126 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 48,037 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 40,306 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 36,848 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 36,848 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 RKK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RKK, 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 RKK registered?

DE55 RKK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is DE55 RKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 RKK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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