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BT05 OEP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

116,788 mi
Last recorded116,788 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 OEP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 116,788 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2015 98,721 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 94,435 miles

Engine warning light illuminated

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 86,556 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 78,659 miles

Emissions light on dash

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Has a crack to windscreen outside swept area bigger that 40mm

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wipers slightly smearing

Pass 11 Jul 2012 69,669 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 60,181 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 52,943 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 45,405 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 45,405 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 May 2008 648,706 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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BT05 OEP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BT05 OEP, 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 BT05 OEP registered?

BT05 OEP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is BT05 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 OEP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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