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BD55 ZSK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,581 mi
Last recorded155,581 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 155,581 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 139,580 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

offside rear tyre heavily at inner edge smooth

windscreen damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2014 136,752 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 130,090 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 117,565 miles

air bag warning light stays on

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 5 May 2011 98,217 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2011 98,213 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2010 74,202 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 74,202 miles

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 53,060 miles

front and rear brake pads wearing low.

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 ZSK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZSK, 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 ZSK registered?

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

Is BD55 ZSK safe to buy?

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