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BP54 LJF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,233 mi
Last recorded46,233 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP54 LJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 46,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 43,205 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 40,726 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 40,726 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 38,828 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 May 2014 35,439 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 30,230 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,271 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 21,408 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 21,408 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,120 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 13,244 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 13,244 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 9,543 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 9,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake efficiency low for n/s/f service brake, but has met overall efficiency

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 LJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LJF, 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 BP54 LJF registered?

BP54 LJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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