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BF05 NYV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,785 mi
Last recorded125,785 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 NYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 125,785 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 20 Jun 2019 125,785 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2018 111,550 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 98,821 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 98,576 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 85,118 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s rear (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s front (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 73,946 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 62,600 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight binding on offside rear brake

wiper blades worn

Pass 1 Jul 2013 53,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 46,657 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 34,627 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,323 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 20,889 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 16,000 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 NYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BF05 NYV, 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 BF05 NYV registered?

BF05 NYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is BF05 NYV safe to buy?

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