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BN05 UVG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

112,291 mi
Last recorded112,291 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 UVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 112,291 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 112,271 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage door mirror (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 107,269 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle not within zone 'A

Fail 28 May 2015 107,267 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle not within zone 'A

Pass 3 Apr 2014 98,527 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 91,223 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 91,181 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 85,119 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2012 85,024 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

engine management light on

Pass 10 Mar 2011 70,727 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)

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

Under body covers fitted preventing a full inspection of brake & fuel pipes and also floor sections.

Fail 9 Mar 2011 70,675 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

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

Under body covers fitted preventing a full inspection of brake & fuel pipes and also floor sections.

Pass 11 Mar 2010 58,241 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s rear seat preventing a full inspection of an adult seat belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s + o/s front to rear underbody protective covers fitted preventing a full inspection of brake & fuel pipes and floor sections.

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)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 58,241 miles

Child seat fitted to n/s rear seat preventing a full inspection of an adult seat belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/s + o/s front to rear underbody protective covers fitted preventing a full inspection of brake & fuel pipes and floor sections.

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Fail 3 Mar 2009 48,231 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 48,231 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 36,179 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 36,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BN05 UVG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

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 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 BN05 UVG, 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 BN05 UVG?

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What year was BN05 UVG registered?

BN05 UVG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is BN05 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 UVG shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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