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BD05 OJO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

58,169 mi
Last recorded58,169 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 OJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 58,169 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 50,275 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2025 50,275 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 49,785 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 48,123 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 48,123 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,530 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 46,530 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 44,852 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 43,342 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 41,726 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 41,726 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 39,575 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 39,575 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 38,083 miles

rear tyres cracked

Pass 11 Jul 2016 37,280 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 36,183 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 36,170 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2014 34,054 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 30,950 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 7 May 2013 30,950 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 28,331 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2011 24,736 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 21,666 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 17,006 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 May 2008 12,427 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 OJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 OJO, 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 OJO registered?

BD05 OJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is BD05 OJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 OJO shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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