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DT55 VEG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,244 mi
Last recorded96,244 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT55 VEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 96,244 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 95,430 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 94,771 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 93,495 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 93,495 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 89,275 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on outer edge

Pass 2 Dec 2013 84,904 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 84,904 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2012 80,631 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2012 80,631 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 75,492 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 67,038 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 59,449 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 50,349 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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DT55 VEG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DT55 VEG, 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 DT55 VEG registered?

DT55 VEG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DT55 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT55 VEG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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