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BF55 WSX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

213,681 mi
Last recorded213,681 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 WSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2022 213,681 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 196,724 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake hose perish

Offside Rear brake hose perish

Pass 21 Feb 2020 184,069 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2018 157,548 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 146,966 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 132,714 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 115,677 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 106,446 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 96,266 miles

Bonnet security catch seized up.

FRont wiper blades smear across screen.

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 85,896 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 79,345 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 65,684 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 51,125 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 51,080 miles

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

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

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

slight cracking in o/s/r tyre tread

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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BF55 WSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BF55 WSX, 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 BF55 WSX registered?

BF55 WSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is BF55 WSX safe to buy?

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