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DN55 BZT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,708 mi
Last recorded117,708 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 BZT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 117,708 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 116,346 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 112,548 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 108,277 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 103,831 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 99,625 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 95,903 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 91,248 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 85,839 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 78,929 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 73,721 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 67,423 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 56,841 miles

OSR tyre worn unevenly

Pass 18 Dec 2012 47,830 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 41,758 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,295 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Dec 2009 31,058 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 5 Dec 2008 26,159 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 BZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BZT, 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 DN55 BZT registered?

DN55 BZT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is DN55 BZT safe to buy?

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