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BF55 YXN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,155 mi
Last recorded152,155 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 YXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2021 152,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 143,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 130,520 miles

nearside rear brake disc backing plate corroded

rear tyres perishing

Fail 17 Aug 2018 130,520 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

nearside rear brake disc backing plate corroded

rear tyres perishing

Pass 23 Aug 2017 115,108 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 115,108 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 109,822 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Nov 2015 105,832 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 101,277 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 101,272 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 94,194 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 87,776 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 81,926 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 75,081 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 67,557 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 60,061 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine under tray fitted not allowing full inspection .

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 YXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YXN, 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 YXN registered?

BF55 YXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 December 2005.

Is BF55 YXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 YXN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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