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BW05 BVS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,173 mi
Last recorded67,173 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 BVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 67,173 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 67,173 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 58,670 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 56,129 miles

NSR brake disc backing plate corroded.

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

OSR brake disc backing plate corroded.

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

Fail 22 Aug 2014 56,129 miles

NSR brake disc backing plate corroded.

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

OSR brake disc backing plate corroded.

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 53,085 miles

NSR brake disc backing plate corroded

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

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

OSR brake disc backing plate corroded

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 49,365 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F O/S/R TYRE OUTER WALL DAMAGED

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,643 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 39,349 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 31,642 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 24,243 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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BW05 BVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BW05 BVS, 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 BW05 BVS registered?

BW05 BVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 August 2005.

Is BW05 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW05 BVS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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