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DK55 YSA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,271 mi
Last recorded126,271 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 YSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 126,271 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 118,746 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 111,837 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 111,837 miles

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 105,991 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 97,752 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 83,021 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 73,860 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 65,456 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 56,336 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 47,797 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 36,611 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,583 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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DK55 YSA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DK55 YSA, 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 DK55 YSA registered?

DK55 YSA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DK55 YSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 YSA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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