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BV05 RNJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,862 mi
Last recorded68,862 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 RNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 68,862 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

Fail 10 Nov 2015 68,862 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

child seat fitted nearside rear

Pass 1 Nov 2014 64,701 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management warning light on

Fail 1 Nov 2014 64,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management warning light on

Fail 24 Apr 2013 59,953 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 59,953 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 49,397 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 44,694 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 38,307 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 38,307 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 30,746 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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BV05 RNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV05 RNJ, 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 BV05 RNJ registered?

BV05 RNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BV05 RNJ safe to buy?

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