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BD55 JUF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,948 mi
Last recorded107,948 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 JUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2018 107,948 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 107,948 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced x2 (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 83,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 79,640 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

mil light on

Pass 16 Feb 2015 75,109 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 75,109 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 68,807 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 68,750 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 59,242 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 59,242 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 47,981 miles

o,s,f suspension area has been accident damage repaired

Pass 15 Dec 2010 37,971 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 24,079 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 22,340 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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 JUF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JUF, 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 BD55 JUF registered?

BD55 JUF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 November 2005.

Is BD55 JUF safe to buy?

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