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BV05 WSX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

143,171 mi
Last recorded143,171 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 WSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 143,171 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 140,129 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017
Pass 15 Aug 2016 122,682 miles

Centre stop light disconnected

Pass 3 Aug 2015 108,848 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 95,700 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2014 95,700 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 81,771 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

center stop lamp inop

Pass 24 Aug 2012 67,369 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 65,649 miles

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 62,582 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 58,392 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 58,392 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 52,260 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 48,077 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 WSX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol 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 BV05 WSX, 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 WSX registered?

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

Is BV05 WSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 WSX 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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