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BP54 LJA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

213,603 mi
Last recorded213,603 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP54 LJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 213,603 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear axle corroded

underbody corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2021 213,596 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

rear axle corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2019 212,605 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 205,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front door has seal prodruding out of vehicle,

Nearside Front headlight aim has poor image

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front brake disc dust shield corroded

Offside Front headlight aim has poor image

Offside Front wing has tape covering slight corrosion, no sharp edges

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear brake dust shield missing

Pass 21 Feb 2017 195,208 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted preventing thorough inspection of some testable items.

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 179,715 miles

Offside Front Brake dust shield corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2015 160,122 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2014 142,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Mar 2013 125,921 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 110,456 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 90,758 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 70,258 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 54,452 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 53,587 miles

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)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 39,704 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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BP54 LJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BP54 LJA, 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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BP54 LJA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 February 2005.

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