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AX05 BBV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,023 mi
Last recorded107,023 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 BBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 107,023 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 102,539 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 102,507 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 91,102 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 73,826 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 71,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 68,026 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,588 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 58,732 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 53,303 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 46,452 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 41,344 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)

Pass 17 May 2008 31,367 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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AX05 BBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AX05 BBV, 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.

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What year was AX05 BBV registered?

AX05 BBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is AX05 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 BBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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