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DY55 KWV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

179,847 mi
Last recorded179,847 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 KWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 179,847 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 173,068 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 19 Oct 2023 147,319 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Fog light lens defective

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 121,118 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 95,630 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 93,206 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 87,879 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished.... (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished.... (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 77,754 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 63,546 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 55,932 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

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

Pass 31 Oct 2015 51,537 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 44,675 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner

Fail 25 Oct 2014 44,675 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

offside front tyre worn on inner

Pass 25 Oct 2013 37,430 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 26,743 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 22,327 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 18,225 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 15,241 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 11,175 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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DY55 KWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KWV, 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 KWV registered?

DY55 KWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is DY55 KWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 KWV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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