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BP05 JCU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

112,008 mi
Last recorded112,008 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 JCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 112,008 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 94,168 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 87,159 miles

evedence of none use,surface rusting of brake discs etc

Fail 13 Apr 2012 87,159 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

evedence of none use,surface rusting of brake discs etc

Pass 20 Apr 2011 79,676 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 67,067 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 67,053 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 2 May 2009 50,325 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 47,271 miles

NEARSIDE DOOR AND WING DAMAGED

OFFSIDE DOORS CRATCHED

Fail 27 Jun 2008 47,271 miles

NEARSIDE DOOR AND WING DAMAGED

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

OFFSIDE DOORS CRATCHED

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BP05 JCU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BP05 JCU, 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 BP05 JCU registered?

BP05 JCU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BP05 JCU safe to buy?

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