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BV55 HPY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,397 mi
Last recorded94,397 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 HPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 94,397 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 91,708 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 85,590 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 83,285 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 79,346 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 79,346 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 73,861 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 69,363 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 69,363 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 63,960 miles

offside rear light lens cracked

Pass 10 Sep 2014 56,045 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 49,318 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 41,509 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 33,674 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,059 miles

front & rear tyre sidewalls showing signs of scuffing against kerbs

Fail 28 Sep 2009 21,442 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,442 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 16,516 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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BV55 HPY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HPY, 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 BV55 HPY registered?

BV55 HPY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is BV55 HPY safe to buy?

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