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DV55 UDK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

144,964 mi
Last recorded144,964 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 UDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 144,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 133,667 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 127,467 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

undertray fitted

Fail 25 Feb 2016 127,467 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

undertray fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2015 118,581 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 110,564 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 101,806 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 6 Mar 2013 101,798 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 9 Mar 2012 91,985 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 87,009 miles

child seat fitted to near side rear unable to carry out full seat belt check

nail in near side front tyre

Pass 3 Aug 2010 78,903 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 70,121 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 70,121 miles

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 52,390 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 52,390 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UDK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 UDK, 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 UDK registered?

DV55 UDK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is DV55 UDK safe to buy?

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