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BT55 JWM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

133,899 mi
Last recorded133,899 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 JWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 133,899 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 129,775 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 129,775 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 125,276 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 120,283 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 114,426 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 110,071 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 103,479 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 96,567 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 88,760 miles

a/bag light on steering light on /tyre preesure light on DASH!!!

Fail 1 Sep 2012 88,759 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a)

a/bag light on sterring light on

Pass 24 Aug 2010 71,919 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 65,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 65,128 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 38,884 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 37,878 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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BT55 JWM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 JWM, 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 BT55 JWM registered?

BT55 JWM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is BT55 JWM safe to buy?

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