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BL55 UTA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

149,008 mi
Last recorded149,008 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 UTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 149,008 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear

Pass 23 Feb 2015 136,854 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 129,945 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 129,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 122,187 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 122,187 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 111,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 111,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 94,868 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 94,868 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 20 Jan 2010 75,245 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 60,609 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Jan 2009 60,609 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 UTA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BL55 UTA, 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 BL55 UTA registered?

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

Is BL55 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 UTA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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