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CH54 BHH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,666 mi
Last recorded16,666 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCH54 BHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 16,666 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 16,562 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 16,265 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 15,733 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 14,987 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 14,982 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 14,042 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 13,102 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 13,102 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 11,789 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 10,654 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 9,526 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 8,446 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 7,185 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 6,005 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 4,454 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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CH54 BHH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CH54 BHH, 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 CH54 BHH registered?

CH54 BHH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is CH54 BHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for CH54 BHH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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