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J33 BYL

2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

125,364 mi
Last recorded125,364 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI92,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 BYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2023 125,364 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 119,763 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2022 119,560 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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J33 BYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 92,274 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J33 BYL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J33 BYL?

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What year was J33 BYL registered?

J33 BYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is J33 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J33 BYL shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J33 BYL have outstanding finance?

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