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BD55 NZX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

163,467 mi
Last recorded163,467 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 NZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2014 163,467 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

both front struts starting to leak.

osf and nsf tyre bold on inner edges.

Fail 31 Oct 2014 163,467 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

both front struts starting to leak.

osf and nsf tyre bold on inner edges.

Pass 28 Nov 2013 151,361 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlight lenses in poor condition.

Fail 20 Nov 2013 151,361 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

headlight lenses in poor condition.

Pass 1 Dec 2012 143,117 miles

rear discs pitted

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

Fail 1 Dec 2012 143,116 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear discs pitted

tracking required

Pass 1 Dec 2011 125,946 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 110,464 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 86,387 miles

front number plate cracked .recomend new plate .

rear brake pads worn low .recomend new brake pads .

Pass 27 Oct 2008 53,119 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 NZX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NZX, 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 NZX registered?

BD55 NZX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 November 2005.

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