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DE05 BXY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

78,023 mi
Last recorded78,023 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 BXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 78,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 78,018 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 77,806 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 77,237 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 76,663 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 76,381 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 76,381 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 75,431 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 75,431 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 73,008 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 73,008 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 70,071 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 66,201 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 63,067 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 58,969 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,114 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 52,445 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 47,866 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 40,694 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 35,079 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear tyre starting to perish and uneven wear

offside rear tyre starting to perish and crack

Pass 14 Mar 2009 27,962 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 19,824 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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DE05 BXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DE05 BXY, 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 DE05 BXY registered?

DE05 BXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DE05 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE05 BXY shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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