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BT54 FPA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,922 mi
Last recorded119,922 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 FPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 119,922 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 119,894 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust clamp/sleeve insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 116,808 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 113,726 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 109,247 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 104,149 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 99,708 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 92,786 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 85,849 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 85,849 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 74,318 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 63,262 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 53,477 miles

Front number plate cracked

N/S + O/S Door mirror indicators, lenses broken

Pass 24 Jan 2008 41,373 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 41,373 miles

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

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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BT54 FPA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BT54 FPA, 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 BT54 FPA registered?

BT54 FPA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is BT54 FPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT54 FPA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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