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BF05 PYH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,450 mi
Last recorded126,450 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 PYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 126,450 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust clamp broken centre section

front brake discs pitted

Fail 19 Jan 2017 126,448 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust clamp broken centre section

front brake discs pitted

Pass 24 Mar 2016 118,208 miles

Centre exhaust clamp broken

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 107,736 miles

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inside edges

front brake discs pitted

slight blow on exhaust front flexi

Fail 18 Mar 2015 107,734 miles

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

front brake discs pitted

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inside edges

slight blow on exhaust front flexi

Pass 11 Mar 2014 98,152 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 90,951 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 90,951 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 80,340 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 70,400 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 58,801 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 47,653 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 34,333 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 PYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PYH, 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 PYH registered?

BF05 PYH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is BF05 PYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 PYH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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