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BG54 TBV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,821 mi
Last recorded82,821 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 TBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 82,821 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 82,821 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 79,781 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 77,643 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 75,757 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 73,617 miles

under trays

Pass 21 Feb 2020 71,418 miles

under trays

Pass 23 Feb 2019 69,613 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 68,556 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 67,032 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 64,909 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 63,225 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 60,957 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 55,191 miles

Nearside Front 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 23 Feb 2012 50,934 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 45,667 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 45,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 39,523 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 32,593 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 24,830 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 TBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TBV, 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 TBV registered?

BG54 TBV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is BG54 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 TBV shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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