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BK05 EXS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

192,448 mi
Last recorded192,448 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 EXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 192,448 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 25 Jun 2018 192,448 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill X2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 179,308 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Jun 2017 179,308 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 168,513 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 168,512 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 154,258 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2015 154,258 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 143,723 miles

Nearside Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 143,723 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 135,140 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 135,139 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 May 2012 123,416 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 123,416 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 110,813 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Apr 2011 110,813 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Apr 2010 97,943 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 79,886 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 79,360 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres on 3mm of tread

offside rear tyre on 2mm of tread

Fail 10 Mar 2008 60,450 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 60,450 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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BK05 EXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BK05 EXS, 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 BK05 EXS registered?

BK05 EXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is BK05 EXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 EXS shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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