MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
156,815 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
steering wheel warning light on in amber
Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
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)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
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BN05 VYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.
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 BN05 VYB, 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 VYB?
You can check the full history of BN05 VYB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was BN05 VYB registered?
BN05 VYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 March 2005.
Is BN05 VYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for BN05 VYB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BN05 VYB have outstanding finance?
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