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DY55 OKJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,706 mi
Last recorded92,706 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 OKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 92,706 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 86,083 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 75,580 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside and nearside front brake disc backplates/dustcovers are corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2013 66,528 miles

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

n/s/f brake back plate corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2012 57,168 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 48,036 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 39,442 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 39,382 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 32,100 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 25,249 miles

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 OKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OKJ, 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 OKJ registered?

DY55 OKJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is DY55 OKJ safe to buy?

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