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DF55 LYW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

143,768 mi
Last recorded143,768 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 LYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 143,768 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 135,479 miles

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 130,985 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 130,983 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 126,929 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 122,586 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 116,389 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 112,394 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 15 Oct 2015 107,067 miles

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

Nearside Rear cracked on sidewall

Pass 29 Oct 2014 104,578 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 100,934 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 92,678 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 88,069 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 88,069 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2011 72,775 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 57,687 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 43,357 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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DF55 LYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DF55 LYW, 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 DF55 LYW registered?

DF55 LYW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is DF55 LYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 LYW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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