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DV55 KHW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

137,856 mi
Last recorded137,856 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 KHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2021 137,856 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 133,136 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 133,052 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate set 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 129,262 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 129,260 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2018 122,380 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 113,885 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 104,411 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit shoulderd off on the inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 95,924 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 95,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 87,759 miles

Front and rear number plate faded

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 79,743 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 72,533 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 63,336 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 54,997 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 43,195 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 33,197 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 KHW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KHW, 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 KHW registered?

DV55 KHW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 November 2005.

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