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DY55 OKF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,625 mi
Last recorded104,625 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 OKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 104,625 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 104,625 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 100,173 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 92,378 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 88,195 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 80,042 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 80,042 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 71,683 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 59,359 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 46,205 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 35,324 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 26,928 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 OKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc 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 DY55 OKF, 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 OKF registered?

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

Is DY55 OKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 OKF 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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