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BG55 XRD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

160,127 mi
Last recorded160,127 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 XRD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2021 160,127 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2021 160,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 151,589 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 148,299 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 135,584 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 125,204 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 111,081 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 103,438 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 91,459 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 80,610 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 69,835 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 58,960 miles

osr tyre starting to distort. stone cuts in tyre treads. all tyres perrishing. front tyres wearing.

Fail 17 Nov 2010 58,960 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

osr tyre starting to distort. stone cuts in tyre treads. all tyres perrishing. front tyres wearing.

Pass 30 Nov 2009 49,136 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 39,041 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 XRD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 XRD, 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 XRD registered?

BG55 XRD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is BG55 XRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 XRD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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