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DU55 RXG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,242 mi
Last recorded111,242 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 RXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 111,242 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 111,242 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x 2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect x 2 (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 104,861 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 101,051 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 95,191 miles

front brake hoses cracking

grease around cv boot

keep check on n/s front tyre depth

Pass 17 Nov 2018 83,688 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 74,154 miles

center stop light disconnected

n/s rear caliper restricted free movement.

Fail 28 Oct 2017 74,052 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater not working mirror (1.4.A.2c)

center stop light disconnected

n/s rear caliper restricted free movement.

Pass 19 Nov 2016 66,794 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 59,494 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 47,797 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 35,212 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 23,139 miles

tail gate stop light not connected

Pass 12 Nov 2011 17,859 miles

high level brake light not working advised as it may off been disconnected as per mot manual

Pass 4 Oct 2010 15,736 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 13,697 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 11,398 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 RXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RXG, 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 RXG registered?

DU55 RXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DU55 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 RXG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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