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DF55 VFY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

75,674 mi
Last recorded75,674 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 75,674 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 74,220 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 72,817 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 70,999 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 69,386 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 66,756 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 62,817 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 62,782 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 61,702 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 60,198 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 55,535 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 50,464 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 41,683 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 33,968 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 21,658 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 13,035 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 13,032 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 7,122 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 2,812 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 VFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DF55 VFY, 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 VFY registered?

DF55 VFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is DF55 VFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF55 VFY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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