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BK55 YNX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

128,322 mi
Last recorded128,322 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2024 128,322 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 125,310 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 123,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 120,760 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 117,782 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 114,064 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 109,385 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 104,491 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)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 99,444 miles

o/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 26 Jul 2014 95,262 miles

Cuts in N/S/R tyre sidewall

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jul 2014 95,262 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Cuts in N/S/R tyre sidewall

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 90,194 miles

N/S/F tyre has cuts in outer sidewall

N/S/R tyre has cuts in outer sidewall

O/S/R tyre has cuts in outer sidewall

Pass 31 Jul 2012 85,854 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,352 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2011 81,352 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 77,065 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 71,180 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 23,136 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 YNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YNX, 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 YNX registered?

BK55 YNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 October 2005.

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The MOT history for BK55 YNX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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