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BG05 OXV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,016 mi
Last recorded98,016 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 98,016 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 94,772 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 88,952 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 87,661 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 84,303 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 77,902 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 77,902 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 71,286 miles

Nail in tyre ()

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 63,867 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 5,600 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 49,679 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 26 Mar 2013 44,383 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 42,278 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 39,139 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge.

Fail 13 May 2010 39,139 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge.

Pass 8 May 2009 36,245 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge.

Pass 9 May 2008 28,664 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 OXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BG05 OXV, 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 OXV registered?

BG05 OXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is BG05 OXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 OXV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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