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BL05 TOJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,227 mi
Last recorded58,227 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 TOJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 58,227 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 55,068 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 52,217 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 52,189 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 52,176 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 52,077 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 51,850 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 50,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 48,646 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 46,540 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 43,575 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 40,386 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 37,324 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 33,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 30,566 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,587 miles

both front tyres worn on edge

Pass 14 Jun 2010 23,032 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 18,621 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 14,716 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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BL05 TOJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BL05 TOJ, 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 BL05 TOJ registered?

BL05 TOJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is BL05 TOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL05 TOJ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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