CarVerify

Free Car Check

BV05 GBX

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

180,073 mi
Last recorded180,073 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 GBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2021 180,073 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 May 2020 174,613 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 167,129 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 158,863 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 149,284 miles

Rear tyres worn to 3mm approx

Fail 20 Jun 2017 149,253 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 140,034 miles

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

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 12 Jun 2015 137,577 miles

Centre brake light not working.

Fail 8 Jun 2015 137,574 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Centre brake light not working.

Engine warning light on.

Pass 9 Jun 2014 125,055 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 125,055 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 31 May 2013 111,565 miles

N/S Brake hose twisted

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 93,912 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 78,946 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall damaged

Pass 2 Jun 2010 64,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 49,543 miles

tyres worn on edges front 3 mm,rear 2 mm

Fail 2 Jun 2009 49,543 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

tyres worn on edges front 3 mm,rear 2 mm

Pass 6 Jun 2008 34,720 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 34,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BV05 GBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BV05 GBX, 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

How do I check the history of BV05 GBX?

You can check the full history of BV05 GBX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BV05 GBX registered?

BV05 GBX is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BV05 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 GBX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV05 GBX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BV05 GBX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.