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BX55 DUB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

160,428 mi
Last recorded160,428 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 160,428 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 158,453 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 151,646 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 144,141 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 134,336 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 134,336 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 119,397 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 116,617 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 110,329 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 103,717 miles

Rear brake discs in poor condition.

Fail 13 Sep 2017 103,717 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake discs in poor condition.

Pass 23 Sep 2016 94,495 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 84,294 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2014 73,823 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 64,247 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 58,375 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Sep 2011 52,811 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 46,393 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 38,732 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 29,991 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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BX55 DUB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BX55 DUB, 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 BX55 DUB registered?

BX55 DUB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is BX55 DUB safe to buy?

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