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BN55 SMV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,419 mi
Last recorded88,419 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 SMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 88,419 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 88,419 miles

Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure both (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 74,854 miles

front brake discs are worn rear brake back plates corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2014 64,318 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges of tread

rear discs are worn

Pass 30 Sep 2013 58,786 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 53,197 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 47,801 miles

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

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 29 Sep 2010 42,210 miles

n/s rear tyre is slightly cut on outer side wall

Pass 22 Sep 2009 34,789 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 25 Sep 2008 25,737 miles

Both rear tyre's starting to perish and wear

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 SMV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SMV, 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 BN55 SMV registered?

BN55 SMV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is BN55 SMV safe to buy?

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