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BK05 LDX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

164,969 mi
Last recorded164,969 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 LDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 164,969 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 157,920 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 151,049 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 141,264 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 129,365 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 124,643 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 116,573 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 110,897 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 99,445 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 88,629 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2012 80,587 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 75,259 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 22 Jul 2010 68,407 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 59,520 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 51,213 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 51,213 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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 LDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BK05 LDX, 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 LDX registered?

BK05 LDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is BK05 LDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LDX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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