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BG05 KMO

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,192 mi
Last recorded122,192 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 KMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 122,192 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 112,503 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced water inside lens (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 112,503 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced water inside lens (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 108,147 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre,rear bk discs and pads 1-2000 approx

Fail 31 Oct 2023 108,147 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

nail in nearside rear tyre,rear bk discs and pads 1-2000 approx

Pass 17 Oct 2022 97,878 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 86,372 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 72,380 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 72,380 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2019 43,728 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 55,921 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 42,134 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 41,117 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 39,663 miles

Offside wiper blade smearing

Pass 5 Sep 2014 38,105 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 34,958 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 34,958 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 33,163 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,404 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 27,638 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 23,713 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 22,380 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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BG05 KMO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 BG05 KMO, 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 BG05 KMO registered?

BG05 KMO is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 April 2005.

Is BG05 KMO safe to buy?

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