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DU55 XMA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

145,017 mi
Last recorded145,017 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 XMA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 145,017 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 132,268 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 123,974 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 123,974 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH FRONTS (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning BOTH (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 112,387 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Oct 2017 112,387 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Oct 2016 102,560 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 92,708 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 81,687 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 69,724 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2012 61,376 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 57,368 miles

Nearside front tyre tread worn out on inner edge,rest of tread down to 2.5mm.[Bridgestone Turanza 205/55 X R16W]

Offside front tyre tread worn out on inner edge and rest of tread 4mm.[Bridgestone Turanza 205.55 X R16W]

Parking brake only just within pass criteria.[16%].

Pass 16 Sep 2010 49,675 miles

Front tyres, tread approx. 3.0mm

Rear tyres tread slightly feathered

Pass 27 Aug 2009 39,984 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 31,522 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 31,522 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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DU55 XMA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DU55 XMA, 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 XMA registered?

DU55 XMA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is DU55 XMA safe to buy?

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