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BT55 JXG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

195,306 mi
Last recorded195,306 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 JXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2024 195,306 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 187,346 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 173,178 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 173,148 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 165,858 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 161,176 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 152,085 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 147,016 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 140,994 miles

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2016 131,342 miles

EML on

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2015 125,831 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 115,598 miles

slight exhaust blow from centre section

wear/deterioration to front brake discs & brake pads wearing low

Fail 23 Nov 2013 115,571 miles

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

slight exhaust blow from centre section

wear/deterioration to front brake discs & brake pads wearing low

Pass 1 Dec 2012 104,971 miles

both outer front c/v boots seeping grease

have unseized bonnet catch

Pass 6 Dec 2011 97,691 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 90,028 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 82,739 miles

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 18 Dec 2008 68,577 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 JXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT55 JXG, 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 JXG registered?

BT55 JXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 December 2005.

Is BT55 JXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 JXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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