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DN55 CRX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,268 mi
Last recorded85,268 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 CRX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 85,268 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2021 85,268 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2020 82,748 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 70,141 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 57,132 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 44,985 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,751 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

rear tyres perished and nearside wearing on inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2013 33,018 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 29,247 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 29,247 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 25,925 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 22,570 miles

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Dec 2009 19,096 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 19,096 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 15,493 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 CRX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CRX, 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 CRX registered?

DN55 CRX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is DN55 CRX safe to buy?

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