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BL55 LXE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

92,488 mi
Last recorded92,488 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 LXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 92,488 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2023 92,488 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2021 92,166 miles

both headlamp lenses going cloudy

Pass 17 Dec 2020 91,631 miles

both headlamp lenses going cloudy

Fail 16 Dec 2020 91,630 miles

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

both headlamp lenses going cloudy

Pass 19 Dec 2019 90,540 miles

Front brake discs in poor condition

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 86,891 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 82,982 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 78,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 73,630 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 67,070 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 60,865 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 53,442 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 46,560 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 39,593 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 31,627 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 22,092 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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BL55 LXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BL55 LXE, 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

How do I check the history of BL55 LXE?

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What year was BL55 LXE registered?

BL55 LXE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is BL55 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 LXE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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