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BK05 LFG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

132,712 mi
Last recorded132,712 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 LFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 132,712 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2025 126,621 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 119,680 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 110,636 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 110,635 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt CV Boot. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 104,919 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 104,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 103,938 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 102,532 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 100,745 miles

Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 May 2017 98,567 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 96,797 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 94,764 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 93,400 miles

all tyres side walls perished

front tyres worn low

nearside handbrake pivot not returning

offside outer cv boot leaking

Pass 14 May 2013 90,483 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 85,572 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 85,572 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 19 May 2011 81,121 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 75,098 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 64,840 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 56,762 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 LFG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BK05 LFG, 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 LFG registered?

BK05 LFG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is BK05 LFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LFG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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