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BK05 YJS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

75,036 mi
Last recorded75,036 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 75,036 miles

rear axle corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2026 75,036 miles

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

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

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

rear axle corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2025 73,530 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Rear axle and suspension arms corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2024 69,728 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle general underbody corrosion in areas floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear upper suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside and offside inner and outer rear sills slightly corroded

rear axle corroded still strengthened

Fail 2 Apr 2024 69,728 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle general underbody corrosion in areas floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear upper suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside and offside inner and outer rear sills slightly corroded

rear axle corroded still strengthened

Pass 10 Mar 2023 64,519 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 57,036 miles

head lights misty

Pass 26 Feb 2021 52,035 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 49,703 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 46,678 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2019 46,676 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 43,315 miles

both headlight glasses deteriated

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,136 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 35,960 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 29,800 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 29,800 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,819 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 24,251 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 24,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,008 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 20,931 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 18,368 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 14,707 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 11,431 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 YJS 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 79.2%.

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 YJS, 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 YJS registered?

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

Is BK05 YJS safe to buy?

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