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BG54 TBZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

65,899 mi
Last recorded65,899 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 TBZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 65,899 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 59,434 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 58,935 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 58,381 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 57,678 miles

Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 57,081 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 56,499 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 55,612 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 54,456 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 52,643 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 49,452 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 45,526 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 41,216 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 41,216 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jan 2013 36,844 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 36,844 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 32,015 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 32,005 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2011 27,612 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 22,775 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 18,173 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 12,949 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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BG54 TBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BG54 TBZ, 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 BG54 TBZ registered?

BG54 TBZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is BG54 TBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 TBZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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