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DS05 BTF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,772 mi
Last recorded49,772 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 BTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 49,772 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 46,648 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 43,203 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 43,162 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 38,778 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,149 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 27,169 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 27,164 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/s/r outer sill corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 25,839 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 24,749 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 22,727 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 20,267 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 18,668 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 17,981 miles

handbrake lever on nsr caliper almost on the stop when the handbrake applied ,efficiencies met

Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,317 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 16,627 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 14,867 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 13,103 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 10,842 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 8,532 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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DS05 BTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DS05 BTF, 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 DS05 BTF registered?

DS05 BTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is DS05 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 BTF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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