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BD05 SXB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

189,431 mi
Last recorded189,431 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 SXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 189,431 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Nov 2021 189,358 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 185,650 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 176,540 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 166,955 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 155,883 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 145,235 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 134,306 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 127,450 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 120,017 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 120,017 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 112,633 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 104,908 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 99,315 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 93,099 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 81,457 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 SXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel 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 BD05 SXB, 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 SXB registered?

BD05 SXB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is BD05 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 SXB 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.

Does BD05 SXB have outstanding finance?

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