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EO55 BGY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,751 mi
Last recorded143,751 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 BGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 143,751 miles

EML on

both headlamps slightly deteriorated

both rear brake hoses slightly deteriorated

rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2017 130,937 miles

both front suspension arm bushes slightly deteriorated

both headlamps slightly deteriorated

rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2016 118,499 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

slight corrosion on brake and suspension components

Fail 19 Mar 2016 118,499 miles

Fuel system component insecure heater (7.2.1)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)

slight corrosion on brake and suspension components

Pass 18 Mar 2015 107,132 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front and rear brake discs worn

windscreen has a chip but does not affect drivers view of the road

Pass 1 Apr 2014 97,634 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

offside tyre wearing at inner edge

Fail 1 Apr 2014 97,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

offside tyre wearing at inner edge

Pass 22 Jun 2012 91,938 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 84,274 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 76,082 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 65,003 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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EO55 BGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel 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 EO55 BGY, 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 EO55 BGY registered?

EO55 BGY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 October 2005.

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