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BF05 NYH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

244,417 mi
Last recorded244,417 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 NYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 244,417 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 244,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 221,285 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 193,355 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 167,948 miles

slight damage to windscreen

Fail 29 Apr 2016 167,945 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 18 Nov 2014 137,881 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 118,019 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 107,643 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 103,175 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2010 98,114 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 92,992 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 87,597 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 77,004 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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BF05 NYH 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 85.7%.

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 BF05 NYH, 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 BF05 NYH registered?

BF05 NYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is BF05 NYH safe to buy?

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