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BG05 HXN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,552 mi
Last recorded113,552 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 HXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 113,552 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 111,308 miles

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

Nearside Front headlamp fading pattern still visible

Offside Front headlamp fading pattern still visible

Reverse lamp not working

Pass 10 Sep 2018 106,753 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 102,699 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Sep 2016 97,792 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 90,577 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 90,577 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 80,505 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 4 Sep 2013 70,241 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 60,314 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 50,007 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 50,007 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 40,017 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 29,947 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 18,439 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 17,788 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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BG05 HXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG05 HXN, 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 BG05 HXN registered?

BG05 HXN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is BG05 HXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 HXN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG05 HXN have outstanding finance?

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