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DG55 MTV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

129,757 mi
Last recorded129,757 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 MTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 May 2018 129,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing at front flexi and rear joint (7.1.2)

Front Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 115,176 miles

Engine has a slight miss fire

Engine management light on

Engine breather pipe split

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Rear discs in a poor condition

Pass 22 Feb 2016 103,666 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 92,812 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 12 Nov 2013 69,668 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 69,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 67,770 miles

engine management light on

Pass 12 Nov 2012 58,350 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 47,413 miles

front / rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 12 Oct 2010 36,668 miles

temporary repair carried out on o/s mirror

Fail 12 Oct 2010 36,668 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 25,448 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 14,369 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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DG55 MTV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG55 MTV, 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 DG55 MTV registered?

DG55 MTV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is DG55 MTV safe to buy?

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