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BG54 TAV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,233 mi
Last recorded137,233 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 TAV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 137,233 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 137,035 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 123,033 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 123,031 miles

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 115,357 miles

slight play in both lower arm back bushes

Pass 29 Feb 2016 111,548 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 102,515 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 99,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 93,259 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 87,159 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 78,702 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear brake discs worn

Rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Mar 2010 57,407 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s + n/s front tyres on limit- change ASAP

Pass 26 Feb 2009 53,333 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 49,746 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 TAV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 TAV, 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 BG54 TAV registered?

BG54 TAV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 January 2005.

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