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DV55 FVD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,698 mi
Last recorded167,698 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 FVD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 167,698 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 148,461 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 136,169 miles

engine covers fitted

misfire on engine poss injector

nearside front tyre scrubbed inner edge

nearside rear coil spring corroded

under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jan 2016 135,691 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

engine covers fitted

misfire on engine poss injector

nearside front tyre scrubbed inner edge

nearside rear coil spring corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2015 124,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wheel trims fitted

Pass 13 Nov 2013 112,849 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Nov 2013 112,834 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 103,081 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

air bag light on dash

Pass 25 Oct 2011 89,473 miles

airbag warning lamp on

unable to test items due to plastic covers

Pass 15 Dec 2010 75,493 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 55,088 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 37,035 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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DV55 FVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DV55 FVD, 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.

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What year was DV55 FVD registered?

DV55 FVD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is DV55 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 FVD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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