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BP05 PGU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,045 mi
Last recorded112,045 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 PGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 112,045 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 112,037 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 102,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2013 93,117 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 84,389 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 71,073 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 71,073 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 59,319 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 45,826 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 29,325 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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BP05 PGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BP05 PGU, 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 BP05 PGU registered?

BP05 PGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is BP05 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 PGU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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