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BK55 BNE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,943 mi
Last recorded97,943 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 BNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 97,943 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 97,943 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 90,160 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 85,422 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 78,797 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake back plates very corroded

front brake discs very corroded on inner surfaces

Pass 28 Aug 2013 72,203 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 72,202 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 66,130 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 25 Aug 2011 59,708 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 54,649 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,062 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 40,460 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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BK55 BNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BK55 BNE, 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 BK55 BNE registered?

BK55 BNE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is BK55 BNE safe to buy?

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