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BK55 EVT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,730 mi
Last recorded88,730 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 EVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2012 88,730 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 72,104 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 72,104 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 51,805 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 34,263 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 EVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EVT, 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 BK55 EVT registered?

BK55 EVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is BK55 EVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 EVT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK55 EVT have outstanding finance?

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