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DG55 VPX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,900 mi
Last recorded130,900 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 VPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2016 130,900 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2015 115,950 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 97,857 miles

both front tyres wearing on outter edge

Pass 31 May 2013 79,255 miles

engine light on

Pass 10 May 2012 67,609 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 66,241 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 57,235 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 47,921 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2008 46,842 miles

FRONT TYRES LOW (2MM) & BALD ON INNER EDGES

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 VPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VPX, 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 VPX registered?

DG55 VPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is DG55 VPX safe to buy?

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