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AD55 BZM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

105,677 mi
Last recorded105,677 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD55 BZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 105,677 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 102,152 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 102,152 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 99,622 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 97,904 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 96,533 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 95,469 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 94,043 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2015 94,043 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 92,972 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 84,333 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 72,422 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 72,422 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 30 Jan 2012 60,070 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 47,313 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 24,007 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)

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 BZM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BZM, 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 BZM registered?

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

Is AD55 BZM safe to buy?

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