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BN05 KFX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,865 mi
Last recorded116,865 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 KFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 116,865 miles

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside nearside (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Jan 2023 116,865 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush offside nearside (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 97,374 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2021 91,878 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2020 85,925 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 85,925 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light WHITE LIGHT TO REAR . RED LENS TAPE FIX (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 79,000 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

handbrake travel

Pass 13 Mar 2018 76,103 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2017 71,509 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Mar 2016 69,356 miles

Offside Rear nail in tyre

abnormal front tyre wear inside edges

oil level low

Pass 11 Mar 2015 65,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front passenger seat only latches on the right hand runner and not the left, however the security is not significantly reduced at time of test

Fail 11 Mar 2015 65,111 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front passenger seat only latches on the right hand runner and not the left, however the security is not significantly reduced at time of test

Pass 5 Mar 2014 61,320 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 61,316 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 59,645 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 52,027 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 47,631 miles

bonnet catch stiff

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine and o/s and n/s floor pan covers fitted

Pass 1 May 2010 40,688 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 35,774 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 13 Feb 2008 27,782 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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BN05 KFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN05 KFX, 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 BN05 KFX registered?

BN05 KFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BN05 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 KFX shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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