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BT55 DWC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

125,243 mi
Last recorded125,243 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 DWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 125,243 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 115,967 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 115,965 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2017 109,794 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 102,565 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 96,175 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion on brake discs

emissions to clean to test

n/s/f tyre getting low on inner edge

o/s/f tyre almost bald on inner edge

windscreen wipers smear

Pass 7 Jul 2014 90,525 miles

both rear tyres have flat spots

screen chipped zone b

Pass 5 Aug 2013 79,782 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 67,802 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,770 miles

Front o/s tyre worn on the edge

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

Rear o'/s w/bearing worn

Pass 2 Aug 2010 42,560 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 30,826 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 29,986 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 27,853 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 27,808 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BT55 DWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BT55 DWC, 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 BT55 DWC registered?

BT55 DWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is BT55 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 DWC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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