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BG05 NZR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

143,827 mi
Last recorded143,827 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 NZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2020 143,827 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 127,114 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 127,109 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 124,170 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 124,170 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside washer jet inoperative

Offside Front tyre worn out on inner edge and nearly onto canvas ,advise renewing asap

Pass 4 Oct 2017 115,707 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 115,707 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 106,492 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 106,492 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 101,505 miles

Both front tyres worn on both edges.

Engine cover and under trays fitted.

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish.

Offside Rear Tyre perishing.

Fail 24 Oct 2015 101,505 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres worn on both edges.

Engine cover and under trays fitted.

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish.

Offside Rear Tyre perishing.

Pass 3 Jun 2014 91,807 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 85,052 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 79,695 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 72,950 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 72,950 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2010 65,429 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

grease around the n/s cv boot

Pass 22 May 2009 53,875 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 42,046 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 42,046 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

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 NZR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NZR, 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 NZR registered?

BG05 NZR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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