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DN55 CSF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,883 mi
Last recorded163,883 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 CSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 163,883 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 161,296 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 158,261 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 153,953 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 153,829 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 153,829 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 152,745 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 151,603 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective split (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift both sides

Fail 16 Dec 2019 151,572 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavy damage to sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear shock absorber dust cover adrift both sides

Pass 4 Dec 2018 143,931 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 142,109 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml light on

Pass 3 Dec 2016 138,300 miles

Nearside Front Inner tyre getting low on inner edge.

Offside Front Inner tyre getting low on inner edge.

Pass 8 Dec 2015 127,449 miles

Nearside Front Lower rubber bush ,small cracks pressent

Offside Front Lower rubbe rbush,small cracks present.

Fail 8 Dec 2015 127,449 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter on ball joint split. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak leaking, please note this item has tried to be cleaned. (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in inner tyre wall. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulge in inner tyre wall. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower rubber bush ,small cracks pressent

Offside Front Lower rubbe rbush,small cracks present.

Fail 5 Dec 2015 127,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted

Oil leak

Under trays fitted

Fail 27 Dec 2014 118,253 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Dec 2014 118,253 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 109,045 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 96,934 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 82,434 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 67,522 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 50,516 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 50,516 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 35,220 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 CSF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 CSF, 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 CSF registered?

DN55 CSF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is DN55 CSF safe to buy?

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