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BK05 YJH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,721 mi
Last recorded139,721 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 YJH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 139,721 miles

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

Offside osr tyre low tread and slightly perished

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

nsr tyre slightly perished

Fail 25 Nov 2015 139,721 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside osr tyre low tread and slightly perished

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

nsr tyre slightly perished

Pass 23 May 2014 131,070 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2013 119,273 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 102,930 miles

N/S FRONT TYRE HAS SLIGHT WALL DAMAGE

Pass 11 May 2011 84,918 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 84,873 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 57,506 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 46,493 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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BK05 YJH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BK05 YJH, 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 BK05 YJH registered?

BK05 YJH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is BK05 YJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 YJH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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