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BF55 YWZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

120,455 mi
Last recorded120,455 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 120,455 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside lower outer sill corroded

underbody corrosion

Fail 14 Dec 2023 120,455 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside lower outer sill corroded

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2022 116,270 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 112,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 109,553 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 109,553 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 105,754 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 102,003 miles

Offside Front seat belt catch mechanism cover missing but seat belt working correctly

Fail 13 Dec 2018 102,003 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front seat belt catch mechanism cover missing but seat belt working correctly

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 97,601 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 92,666 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Dec 2016 92,665 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 84,074 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 84,074 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 73,725 miles

Both front tyres are wearing low on tread

Slight chip to windscreen

Pass 9 Dec 2013 66,935 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Dec 2012 56,683 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 46,945 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 40,742 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 33,850 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 24,934 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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BF55 YWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YWZ, 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 YWZ registered?

BF55 YWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is BF55 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 YWZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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