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B16 RME

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,472 mi
Last recorded126,472 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 RME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 126,472 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 122,449 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2022 122,448 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 120,314 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 110,990 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 103,948 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 100,364 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2017 95,119 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 90,915 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 90,915 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 85,509 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 80,207 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 73,731 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 70,194 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 61,180 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 61,156 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 57,498 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 57,498 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 46,545 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 38,719 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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B16 RME is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B16 RME, 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 B16 RME registered?

B16 RME is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is B16 RME safe to buy?

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