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BF05 ZBJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,801 mi
Last recorded99,801 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 ZBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 99,801 miles

both rear shocker dust covers insecure

under side of car dirty

Fail 14 May 2018 99,764 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear shocker dust covers insecure

under side of car dirty

Pass 11 Mar 2017 90,569 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 90,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 82,814 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 74,566 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 66,631 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 58,595 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 49,067 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 41,154 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 33,117 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 26,306 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 19,335 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 ZBJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 ZBJ, 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 ZBJ registered?

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

Is BF05 ZBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 ZBJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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