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BK05 VWD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

130,066 mi
Last recorded130,066 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 130,066 miles

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 20 Jun 2018 130,066 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 27 Jan 2017 122,625 miles

Front exhaust flex damaged

Offside Rear tyre perished

suspect alt pulley seized

Pass 12 Feb 2016 112,240 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 107,031 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 107,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 96,619 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 86,015 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2013 86,015 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 72,968 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 72,968 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 60,590 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,373 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 33,879 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 21,616 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 VWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VWD, 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 VWD registered?

BK05 VWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is BK05 VWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 VWD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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