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DY55 YWG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,324 mi
Last recorded82,324 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 82,324 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 79,007 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 75,129 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r brake back plates are rotten from corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2012 70,249 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 70,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 62,576 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 56,280 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 46,929 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 35,963 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)

o/s rear tyre, tread slightly lumpy on inner edge.

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 YWG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YWG, 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 YWG registered?

DY55 YWG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 October 2005.

Is DY55 YWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 YWG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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