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BD05 LDF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,699 mi
Last recorded58,699 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 LDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 58,699 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 58,699 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 57,429 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 57,429 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2023 55,909 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 55,909 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 6 May 2022 54,220 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 54,220 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 May 2021 52,531 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 52,531 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 51,453 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 49,561 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 45,226 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

both near side tyres cracking but not showing cords

Pass 10 May 2017 41,366 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 36,174 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 32,418 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 29,828 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 12 May 2014 29,828 miles

Coolant leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 26,581 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 May 2012 22,711 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 19,414 miles

O/S R BRAKES SLIGHTLY LAZY

Pass 6 May 2010 16,567 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 13,280 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 10,602 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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BD05 LDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BD05 LDF, 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 BD05 LDF registered?

BD05 LDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is BD05 LDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 LDF shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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