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BG55 GZX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

211,146 mi
Last recorded211,146 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 211,146 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front sill holed

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Jan 2020 208,605 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 208,605 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 197,800 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 184,400 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 184,400 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 170,017 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 170,017 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Bumper holed (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 156,721 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 138,889 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 117,508 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 95,929 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 69,916 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 59,022 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 47,733 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 36,965 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 GZX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GZX, 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 GZX registered?

BG55 GZX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is BG55 GZX safe to buy?

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