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BK55 GUC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,540 mi
Last recorded63,540 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 GUC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 63,540 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 63,143 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 62,755 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 62,662 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 61,878 miles

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

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 60,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 59,354 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 57,711 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 56,157 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 54,870 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 53,742 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 52,485 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 50,729 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 44,536 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,465 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 32,458 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 26,225 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 19,215 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 GUC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GUC, 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 GUC registered?

BK55 GUC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BK55 GUC safe to buy?

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