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BG55 UYC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

116,355 mi
Last recorded116,355 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2019 116,355 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s-o/s (4.1.4 (b))

under trays fitted and engine covers fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2018 112,647 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Rear axle beam corroded

covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

oil leak on engine

Fail 17 Mar 2018 112,647 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

Rear axle beam corroded

covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

oil leak on engine

Pass 2 Mar 2017 108,229 miles

Offside Front door hinges have slight play in them

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

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

covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 30 Mar 2016 103,388 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

plastic covers fitted under vehicle obscuring some components

Pass 16 Mar 2015 97,239 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 86,392 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel breather loose

o/s/r body damage

Fail 1 Apr 2014 86,390 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

M.I.L lamp illuminated /engine misfire

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fuel breather loose

o/s/r body damage

Pass 30 Oct 2012 67,697 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 57,134 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

light disc corrosion

Fail 6 Oct 2011 57,134 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

light disc corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2010 44,011 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2009 35,718 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 28,624 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 UYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UYC, 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 UYC registered?

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

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