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BK05 VMD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

112,724 mi
Last recorded112,724 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VMD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 112,724 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 108,962 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2022 108,962 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 108,432 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2021 108,432 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low Both front headlights too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 108,023 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2020 108,023 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 103,627 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 103,627 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Apr 2018 94,570 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 86,500 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 81,702 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 77,502 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 71,747 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 68,904 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 68,897 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre is bald on the inner egde.

Tyre size 195/65x15T.

Wheel Alignment check recommended.

Pass 28 Sep 2012 58,208 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 48,321 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 48,321 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 39,240 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010

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

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

slight oil leak from sump area. both hand brake cables feel "rough"

Pass 20 Mar 2009 29,881 miles

n/s/r seat belt not checked ,child seat fitted

Fail 13 Mar 2009 29,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

n/s/r seat belt not checked ,child seat fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2008 23,131 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 VMD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 VMD, 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 VMD registered?

BK05 VMD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BK05 VMD safe to buy?

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