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DE55 VOG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,336 mi
Last recorded89,336 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 VOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 89,336 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 81,247 miles

Both front light lens deteriorated

Fail 17 Aug 2017 81,247 miles

Both front light lens deteriorated

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 78,314 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (Marginal Pass) (2.4.G.2)

Front light lens deteriorated (Headlamp Beam Pattern Marginal Pass)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 71,867 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2014 65,190 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 58,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 58,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 May 2012 53,725 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 48,802 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,002 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 41,367 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 26,410 miles

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

Intermittent fault with front washer's/wiper's not working.

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 VOG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VOG, 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 VOG registered?

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

Is DE55 VOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 VOG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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