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BG55 HMF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

198,479 mi
Last recorded198,479 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 HMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2022 198,479 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 194,229 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 189,697 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 189,633 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 186,310 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 176,920 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 168,000 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 152,080 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 152,076 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 144,910 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 132,419 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 119,570 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 101,760 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 87,532 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 77,714 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 66,511 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 54,266 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 HMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HMF, 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 BG55 HMF registered?

BG55 HMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is BG55 HMF safe to buy?

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