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BL05 GXT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

220,618 mi
Last recorded220,618 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 GXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 220,618 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 220,615 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 220,287 miles

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

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 204,314 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2016 183,344 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 182,899 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2015 163,353 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

misting of oil from nsf shock absorber

nsr pads 70% worn

only 50% of osr side light working

osr tyre wearin g inner tread

Fail 19 May 2015 163,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

misting of oil from nsf shock absorber

nsr pads 70% worn

only 50% of osr side light working

osr tyre wearin g inner tread

Pass 22 Apr 2014 143,178 miles

brake back plates rusty

slight misting of oil from nsf shock absorber

Pass 3 Apr 2013 120,835 miles

front pads approx 80% worn

Fail 22 Mar 2013

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front pads approx 80% worn

Pass 9 Sep 2011 90,859 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 90,859 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 71,512 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 63,731 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 51,660 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 51,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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BL05 GXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL05 GXT, 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.

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BL05 GXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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