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BT55 UTW

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

154,319 mi
Last recorded154,319 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 UTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2022 154,319 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH SIDE (5.3.2 (b))

Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both side (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front WING CORRODED

Nearside Rear Outer light slightly damage

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing BOTH SIDE (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2022 154,319 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both side (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Outer light slightly damage

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2022 152,617 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 151,244 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 148,328 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 146,136 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 141,741 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 133,757 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 130,015 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 130,002 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror cover (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage repeater lamp (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced no clear pattern (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

offside tailgate damper missing

Pass 20 Dec 2014 126,443 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2013 118,075 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 113,644 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 105,984 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 98,449 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 92,961 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 81,305 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 UTW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 UTW, 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 UTW registered?

BT55 UTW is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 December 2005.

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