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BN55 FWF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

144,276 mi
Last recorded144,276 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 FWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 144,276 miles

Bumper insecure Front ()

Oil leak Engine ()

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Near side front wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc covers (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 144,269 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Near side front damaged, both lights aims out (1.8.A.1c)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both front tyres, inners (4.1.E.1)

rear brake excessively fluctuating Both rear wheels (3.7.B.3)

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely Near side rear (3.7.B.6b)

Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control Near side front damaged, radiator hanging out (6.1.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Oil leak Engine ()

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Near side front wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc covers (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 136,559 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat

under tray fitted/oil leak

Fail 7 Jul 2016 136,559 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat

under tray fitted/oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2015 126,242 miles

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 112,109 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

n/s/f tyre inner edge feathering

Fail 14 Jul 2014 112,109 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

n/s/f tyre inner edge feathering

Pass 17 Jul 2013 98,879 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 89,246 miles

Offside front tyre inner edge has wear

Pass 13 Aug 2011 69,099 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 53,393 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 38,174 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 27,476 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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BN55 FWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BN55 FWF, 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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What year was BN55 FWF registered?

BN55 FWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BN55 FWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 FWF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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