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BG55 FXR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,120 mi
Last recorded110,120 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 FXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 110,120 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 106,252 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 106,252 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 159,650 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 156,375 miles

mileage in km

Pass 23 Oct 2014 154,631 miles

Nearside 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 21 Oct 2014 154,536 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside 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 7 Oct 2013 133,239 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 112,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Oct 2011 101,483 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 101,483 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 94,381 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 94,381 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 79,529 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 63,767 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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BG55 FXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BG55 FXR, 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 BG55 FXR registered?

BG55 FXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is BG55 FXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 FXR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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