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BD55 GKX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,340 mi
Last recorded105,340 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 GKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 105,340 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 96,635 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 96,632 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 96,602 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 92,255 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 92,140 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 85,758 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 80,527 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 75,117 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 68,283 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 20 Sep 2014 63,526 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 59,119 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 53,059 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 48,113 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 48,113 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 43,914 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 36,067 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 30,605 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BD55 GKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BD55 GKX, 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 BD55 GKX registered?

BD55 GKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is BD55 GKX safe to buy?

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