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DG55 XJK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,099 mi
Last recorded98,099 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 98,099 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 98,099 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 91,158 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 90,044 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 80,911 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 70,104 miles

FRONT NO PLATE DISCOLOURED

Pass 13 Oct 2010 57,739 miles

FRONT NO PLATE DISCOLOURED AND UNTIDY

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 45,111 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 35,357 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 XJK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XJK, 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 XJK registered?

DG55 XJK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is DG55 XJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 XJK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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