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AD55 BXS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

87,761 mi
Last recorded87,761 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 87,761 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2023 87,546 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front 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 28 Sep 2021 62,212 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 62,212 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 47,222 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 46,922 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 41,683 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 41,662 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,071 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 29,445 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 29,358 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 28,879 miles

Oil leak from engine.

Pass 14 Nov 2014 28,067 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 26,861 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,117 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 23,231 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 21,051 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 18,882 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 16,167 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 BXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AD55 BXS, 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 BXS registered?

AD55 BXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is AD55 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD55 BXS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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