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DY55 HLP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,881 mi
Last recorded115,881 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 HLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2020 115,881 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2020 115,881 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 113,952 miles

All four tyres nearing wear indicators

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 103,046 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 90,622 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 80,729 miles

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

Offside rear brake slightly binding

offside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Mar 2015 75,668 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 72,136 miles

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)

nearside mirror glass missing

offside rear bumper damaged

offside rear secondary position lamp not working

Fail 31 Jul 2013 72,136 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

nearside mirror glass missing

offside rear bumper damaged

offside rear secondary position lamp not working

Pass 24 Jul 2012 65,189 miles

nearside mirror glass missing

offside rear bumper damaged

Fail 24 Jul 2012 65,189 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside mirror glass missing

offside rear bumper damaged

Pass 23 Jun 2011 53,367 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 37,209 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 27,524 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2008 27,524 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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DY55 HLP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol 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 DY55 HLP, 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 DY55 HLP registered?

DY55 HLP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DY55 HLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 HLP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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