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BG05 VJM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,094 mi
Last recorded20,094 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 VJM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 20,094 miles

Nearside Front tyre on 3 mil tread depth

Nearside Rear brake pads 80% worn

Pass 16 Nov 2021 19,853 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 19,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 19,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65x15 replacement advised. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 18,242 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 18,242 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge 195/65 R15 Pirelli (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2018 17,218 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 16,025 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 14,925 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 13,692 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,403 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 11,217 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 9,875 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,667 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7,394 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 6,630 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 5,382 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 VJM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc 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 VJM, 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 VJM registered?

BG05 VJM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is BG05 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 VJM 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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