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BJ55 TBY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,687 mi
Last recorded138,687 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 TBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 138,687 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 127,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear has a cut in side wall not through to cords

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Oct 2016 127,476 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear has a cut in side wall not through to cords

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 117,173 miles

Osf and NSF headlamp lenses slightly deteriated

Fail 22 Sep 2015 117,173 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Osf and NSF headlamp lenses slightly deteriated

Pass 2 Oct 2014 107,561 miles

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Oct 2013 96,716 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 86,867 miles

Nail in front tyre

Fail 21 Sep 2012 86,867 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2011 76,344 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 76,344 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 65,432 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 65,432 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 52,112 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 40,304 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 TBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TBY, 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 TBY registered?

BJ55 TBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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