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DN54 SXO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

193,874 mi
Last recorded193,874 miles
Recorded on6 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN54 SXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2020 193,874 miles

Covers fitted

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2019 152,249 miles

All coil springs has slight corrosion

All discs pitted and has corrosion

Covers fitted

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2017 135,316 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 130,641 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2015 125,835 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 125,835 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 118,294 miles

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

light scratches on windscreen

Pass 17 Jan 2014 111,199 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 104,306 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 97,439 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 88,177 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 78,135 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 67,141 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 54,913 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 54,913 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 SXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DN54 SXO, 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 DN54 SXO registered?

DN54 SXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is DN54 SXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN54 SXO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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