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BK55 SBY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,677 mi
Last recorded122,677 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 SBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 122,677 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 115,547 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 115,547 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 106,786 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,045 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 89,451 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 80,476 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 72,356 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 66,537 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2009 52,414 miles

ADVISE FRONT PADS STARTING TO WEAR LOW 3-5K

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

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

Pass 1 Sep 2009 52,414 miles

ADVISE FRONT PADS STARTING TO WEAR LOW 3-5K

ADVISE SLIGHT SMEAR ON FRONT WIPERS

Pass 6 Sep 2008 40,400 miles

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)

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 SBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue 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 SBY, 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 SBY registered?

BK55 SBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is BK55 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK55 SBY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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