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BT05 TGU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

137,183 mi
Last recorded137,183 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 TGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 137,183 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 134,023 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 129,497 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 124,486 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 121,890 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 111,940 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 102,545 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 91,294 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 82,553 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 82,478 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 82,468 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 82,468 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 75,080 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 75,080 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 62,876 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 59,718 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 51,713 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2010 43,963 miles

brake wear indicator light on but pads ok

engine and chassis covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,947 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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BT05 TGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 BT05 TGU, 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.

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What year was BT05 TGU registered?

BT05 TGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 July 2005.

Is BT05 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 TGU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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