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BG54 SZU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,235 mi
Last recorded95,235 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 SZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 95,235 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge/misshapen)(BORDERLINE

Fail 30 Nov 2022 95,235 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom (3.2 (a) (i))

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge/misshapen)(BORDERLINE

offside brake pads wearing more than nearside

Pass 19 Nov 2021 88,835 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 85,246 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 May 2019 79,287 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edges all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2019 79,269 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edges all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 74,196 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 May 2017 69,176 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 61,548 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2016 61,540 miles

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 May 2015 55,249 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 51,089 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 46,783 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 4 May 2012 43,278 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 43,278 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 May 2011 38,039 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 31,814 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 30,872 miles

requires a full service.

Pass 27 Jan 2009 23,589 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 23,559 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 18,572 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 18,572 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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BG54 SZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BG54 SZU, 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 SZU registered?

BG54 SZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is BG54 SZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 SZU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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