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BK55 PRV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

183,779 mi
Last recorded183,779 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 183,779 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2021 183,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 176,366 miles

Both headlamp aims are dull. The OS is worst

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 176,366 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Both headlamp aims are dull. The OS is worst

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 167,661 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2019 167,654 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 158,854 miles

Front headlight aims are poor

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 151,533 miles

Bonnet safety catch is stiff

Modified headlamp bulbs fitted

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front road wheel is slightly distorted

Nearside rear road wheel is slightly distorted

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim road wheel slightly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside front tyre is bald on the inner edge advise replacement

Offside rear road wheel is slightly distorted

Windscreen damaged

Pass 23 Nov 2016 145,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 134,702 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 120,596 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 107,552 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 98,564 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 85,080 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 68,873 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 56,880 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 28 Jul 2008 40,842 miles

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

Offside Rear 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 PRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PRV, 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 PRV registered?

BK55 PRV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 2005.

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