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BP54 LLD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

147,282 mi
Last recorded147,282 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP54 LLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2020 147,282 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2020 147,281 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 135,710 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 123,045 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2016 108,229 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 108,229 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 104,586 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 98,970 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 94,000 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 90,916 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 88,180 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 84,837 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 84,837 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 80,719 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 78,402 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 59,378 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 LLD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LLD, 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 BP54 LLD registered?

BP54 LLD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 February 2005.

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