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DN55 EJA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,356 mi
Last recorded36,356 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 EJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 36,356 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2011 29,769 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 21,786 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 14,356 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 10,897 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2008 10,897 miles

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

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 EJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EJA, 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 EJA registered?

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

Is DN55 EJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN55 EJA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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