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B19 MXY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,047 mi
Last recorded145,047 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 MXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 145,047 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT/REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Dec 2017 145,047 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT/REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 132,964 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 110,193 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 116,183 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 96,878 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 96,877 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 86,334 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 74,046 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 60,823 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 45,242 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 29,560 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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B19 MXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B19 MXY, 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 B19 MXY registered?

B19 MXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is B19 MXY safe to buy?

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