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DG55 PNF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

208,235 mi
Last recorded208,235 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 PNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2021 208,235 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s & o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 188,985 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Fail 9 Oct 2020 188,985 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 181,401 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 181,401 miles

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing repaired with tape (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 173,111 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 165,440 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre leaking ()

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

both head lamp lens poor

Pass 3 Oct 2016 154,079 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 29 Sep 2016 153,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both bushes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 30 Sep 2015 141,177 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 128,347 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 112,512 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 112,510 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 96,346 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2011 78,684 miles

bonnet latch mech stiff but latches securely

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2011 78,684 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet latch mech stiff but latches securely

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2010 59,543 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 59,543 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 44,320 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 44,320 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 28,214 miles

N/s/f and o/s/r tyres perishing/cracking

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

Fail 27 Sep 2008 28,059 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

N/s/f and o/s/r tyres perishing/cracking

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

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 PNF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PNF, 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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DG55 PNF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is DG55 PNF safe to buy?

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