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BG54 SZF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,111 mi
Last recorded92,111 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 SZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2021 92,111 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 91,335 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 76,078 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 71,549 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 67,130 miles

EML on

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2016 67,126 miles

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

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

EML on

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 62,585 miles

Both front tyres deteriating,cracking down tread pattern

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 56,505 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 50,899 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 44,782 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

bottoms of rear springs not visable

front to rear of car undercover

nsf seat trim loose

slight oil leak

Fail 18 Jan 2012 44,782 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

bottoms of rear springs not visable

front to rear of car undercover

nsf seat trim loose

slight oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,942 miles

bottoms of rear springs not visable

damp in ns side repeater ( on mirror )

slight gearbox oil leak

slight oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2010 33,198 miles

bottoms of rear springs not visable.

coolant on min.

rear tyres sidewalls cracking.

Pass 9 Jan 2009 27,348 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls cracking.

front to rear brake pipes undercover.

Pass 8 Jan 2008 20,627 miles

Front 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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BG54 SZF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG54 SZF, 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 BG54 SZF registered?

BG54 SZF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is BG54 SZF safe to buy?

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