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DG55 PMX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2003cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,233 mi
Last recorded111,233 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 PMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,003cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 111,233 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 70,056 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 70,056 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 65,721 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 59,781 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,104 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,731 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 46,728 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 41,177 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2013 26,495 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 11,590 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 10,555 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 9,236 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 8,407 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 PMX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,003cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PMX, 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 DG55 PMX registered?

DG55 PMX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is DG55 PMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 PMX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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