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DS54 GOP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,782 mi
Last recorded132,782 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS54 GOP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 132,782 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 114,184 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 101,691 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 94,157 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Feb 2008 81,779 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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DS54 GOP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DS54 GOP, 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

How do I check the history of DS54 GOP?

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What year was DS54 GOP registered?

DS54 GOP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 February 2005.

Is DS54 GOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS54 GOP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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