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DU55 LYV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,461 mi
Last recorded114,461 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 LYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2019 114,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 108,966 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 101,746 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 93,672 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2016 93,672 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 86,295 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2014 80,074 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 25 Aug 2014 80,074 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2013 74,605 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 65,556 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 54,507 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 54,507 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2010 42,524 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 14 Aug 2009 35,889 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 26,869 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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DU55 LYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol 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 DU55 LYV, 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 DU55 LYV registered?

DU55 LYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is DU55 LYV safe to buy?

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