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AO55 BXE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

186,236 mi
Last recorded186,236 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 BXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2022 186,236 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2022 186,234 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 178,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

O/S/F BRAKE BACK PLATE MISSING

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 172,960 miles

BOTH REAR SUSPENSION BUMP STOPS DETACHED

CORROSION TO O/S/R OUTER SILL (NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 164,913 miles

BOTH REAR SUSPENSION BUMP STOPS DETACHED

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 152,527 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2017 139,554 miles

O/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOP BROKEN

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Fail 22 Aug 2017 139,554 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

O/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOP BROKEN

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

Pass 17 Aug 2016 127,326 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

O/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOP BROKEN/DETERIOATED

Pass 25 Aug 2015 115,841 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

O/S/R SEATBELT BUCKLE OUTER CASING BROKEN (UNIT STILL FULLY FUNCTIONAL)

O/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOP DETERIOATED/BROKEN

Fail 25 Aug 2015 115,841 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

O/S/R SEATBELT BUCKLE OUTER CASING BROKEN (UNIT STILL FULLY FUNCTIONAL)

O/S/R SUSPENSION BUMP STOP DETERIOATED/BROKEN

Pass 17 Sep 2014 104,730 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING UNEVEN

CHIP TO O/S (BOTTOM) OF WINDSCREEN

Pass 14 Sep 2013 93,439 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,516 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY + BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 65,985 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 65,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 51,113 miles

N/S/R TYRE GETTING LOW

Pass 25 Aug 2009 33,327 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 25,269 miles

offside rear seatbelt stalk plastic covering broken

Fail 13 Sep 2008 25,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

offside rear seatbelt stalk plastic covering broken

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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AO55 BXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO55 BXE, 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 AO55 BXE registered?

AO55 BXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is AO55 BXE safe to buy?

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