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BG05 HYP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,511 mi
Last recorded140,511 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 HYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 140,511 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 140,482 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 134,332 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 9 Apr 2016 129,161 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 123,671 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 123,345 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2014 116,425 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 106,028 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 99,996 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 86,882 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 73,119 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 56,989 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 42,040 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 HYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HYP, 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 BG05 HYP registered?

BG05 HYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is BG05 HYP safe to buy?

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