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BV55 GNZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,763 mi
Last recorded108,763 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 GNZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2018 108,763 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 99,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 94,616 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 89,597 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 85,095 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 81,717 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside wheelarch liner/undertray slightly insecure

rear brake pads wearing low

rear exhaust corroded

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

slight noise from nearside rear wheel when rotated

slight oil leak from engine at cambelt end

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,314 miles

console bushes perished

handbrake pivot not returning fully

tyres worn low

Pass 19 Nov 2010 68,844 miles

Front brake disc back plates corroded

OSF tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2009 57,843 miles

nearside handbrake travel not returning to its stop

Pass 13 Nov 2008 44,602 miles

(advise)both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

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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BV55 GNZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BV55 GNZ, 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 BV55 GNZ registered?

BV55 GNZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is BV55 GNZ safe to buy?

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