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DN54 SXJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

157,716 mi
Last recorded157,716 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 SXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 157,716 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 150,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2014 141,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 7 Jan 2014 141,533 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 141,523 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Damage to nearside front wing mirror outer casing

Pass 14 Jan 2013 132,811 miles

both front tyres worn, o/s to legal limit

Pass 3 Feb 2012 123,860 miles

nearsdie front cv boot slightly insecure but still in good condition

plastic covers fitted to the underside of vehicle

Fail 1 Feb 2012 123,851 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearsdie front cv boot slightly insecure but still in good condition

plastic covers fitted to the underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jan 2011 117,930 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 116,720 miles

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Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2010 116,720 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

ADVISED CUSTOMERADVISORY ITEMS NEED ATTENTION.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside and offside front outer c.v boots have pin hole

Pass 28 Jan 2009 134,255 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 110,005 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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DN54 SXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DN54 SXJ, 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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What year was DN54 SXJ registered?

DN54 SXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 January 2005.

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