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BF55 YWY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

155,763 mi
Last recorded155,763 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 155,763 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 145,927 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 129,299 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 111,954 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 111,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 97,317 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 80,444 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2010 66,301 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 57,700 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 56,333 miles

bonnet stay broken

slight bulges in both rear tyres

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 YWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YWY, 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 BF55 YWY registered?

BF55 YWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is BF55 YWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 YWY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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