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AD55 BJY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,825 mi
Last recorded130,825 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 BJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 130,825 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 116,565 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 1 Sep 2016 116,565 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

footbrake efficiency just over limit

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Jul 2015 103,527 miles

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

some wear to front brake disc inner surfaces

Pass 5 Sep 2014 94,140 miles

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

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 9 Sep 2013 86,889 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 75,531 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 21 Sep 2012 75,531 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 61,122 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 51,086 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 35,579 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 29,648 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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AD55 BJY 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 AD55 BJY, 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 AD55 BJY registered?

AD55 BJY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 December 2005.

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