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BD55 JVO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

19,104 mi
Last recorded19,104 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 JVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 19,104 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2025 18,679 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 18,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 17,811 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 17,811 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 16,737 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 15,514 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 14,363 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 14,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 13,839 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 13,327 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 12,967 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 12,546 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 12,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 121,313 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 12,014 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 11,753 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 11,753 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 11,455 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 9,962 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 8,873 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 7,778 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 6,066 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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BD55 JVO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 JVO, 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 JVO registered?

BD55 JVO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is BD55 JVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 JVO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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