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BJ05 HLW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

208,237 mi
Last recorded208,237 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 HLW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2017 208,237 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 199,635 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 192,176 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 180,221 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 168,393 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 156,991 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 144,865 miles

Both front brake discs corroded.

N/S/R Handbrake lever not sitting on the rest position on the caliper.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 131,837 miles

n/s/f cv boot has very small split

slight bind from rear brakes

Pass 8 Apr 2009 118,341 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 106,418 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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BJ05 HLW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ05 HLW, 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 BJ05 HLW registered?

BJ05 HLW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is BJ05 HLW safe to buy?

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