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DN55 BZG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,886 mi
Last recorded153,886 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 BZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 153,886 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 153,365 miles

n/s front tyre close to 1.6mm limit

o/s front tyre wear on edge

Pass 28 Feb 2015 151,090 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)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2013 134,394 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2013 134,394 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 122,404 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2012 122,404 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 108,192 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 108,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 92,034 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 70,090 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 56,274 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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DN55 BZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DN55 BZG, 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 DN55 BZG registered?

DN55 BZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 December 2005.

Is DN55 BZG safe to buy?

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