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BS55 NKS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,643 mi
Last recorded109,643 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBS55 NKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 109,643 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 104,363 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 95,040 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 89,796 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 17 Jan 2015 80,680 miles

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

n/s/r tyre sidewall slightly perishing

Pass 11 Jan 2014 75,603 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 68,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Dec 2011 60,390 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 60,337 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 49,816 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 39,840 miles

O/s Rear Tyre Slight Outer sidewall Damage But No Cords Exposed.

Pass 8 Dec 2008 30,310 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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BS55 NKS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BS55 NKS, 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 BS55 NKS registered?

BS55 NKS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is BS55 NKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BS55 NKS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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