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BK05 VMH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

58,810 mi
Last recorded58,810 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 58,810 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2026 58,734 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2025 54,145 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 54,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 51,929 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 51,784 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 49,469 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm console bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Washer only just provides sufficient fluid to the screen

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear toe arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 49,461 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall excessively perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded Both front springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm console bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Washer only just provides sufficient fluid to the screen

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre Sidewall ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear toe arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres have some perishing to them (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 48,087 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 46,534 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 45,016 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split and perish (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split and perish (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2020 45,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split and perish (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to split and perish (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 43,340 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 41,525 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 41,525 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 40,143 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 38,234 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 38,234 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 36,055 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 33,754 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 33,754 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 31,618 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 28,384 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 15 Mar 2011 24,657 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 21,522 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,838 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 13,355 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 VMH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 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 VMH, 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 VMH registered?

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

Is BK05 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 VMH shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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