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BG05 VDX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

135,360 mi
Last recorded135,360 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 135,360 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 129,030 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 117,968 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 107,432 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear 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 3 Sep 2016 89,479 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 78,403 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 2 Sep 2014 72,380 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 72,380 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 4 Sep 2013 67,871 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 67,871 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 67,035 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 61,527 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 55,945 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 50,819 miles

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

both rear tyre treads uneven

Pass 5 Jun 2009 45,688 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2008 40,533 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 VDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 VDX, 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 VDX registered?

BG05 VDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is BG05 VDX safe to buy?

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