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BT54 YTZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

149,303 mi
Last recorded149,303 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 YTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 149,303 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 148,182 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 147,030 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 145,366 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 140,715 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 140,715 miles

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 130,327 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 116,038 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 116,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Mar 2011 102,109 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jan 2010 90,654 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 83,455 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 83,455 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 65,931 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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BT54 YTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YTZ, 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 BT54 YTZ registered?

BT54 YTZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is BT54 YTZ safe to buy?

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