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BJ55 MLV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

106,853 mi
Last recorded106,853 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 MLV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 106,853 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer sill damaged

underbody covered in wax oil

Pass 9 Oct 2023 105,845 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded ( forward of hose)

Offside slight corrosion in outer sill

Fail 9 Oct 2023 105,839 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear brake pipe slightly corroded ( forward of hose)

Offside slight corrosion in outer sill

Pass 6 Oct 2022 103,331 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 103,321 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 100,717 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 100,716 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 98,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 93,959 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 89,929 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 86,174 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 86,170 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven nsf brake not actuating as quickly as osf my readings nsf 0 osf 40 before nsf moves (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 81,231 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 28 Sep 2015 74,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 67,714 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2013 60,723 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 51,784 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 44,602 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 37,554 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 37,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 30,310 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 30,310 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 21,611 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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BJ55 MLV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BJ55 MLV, 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 BJ55 MLV registered?

BJ55 MLV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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