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FE05 BBK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

100,958 mi
Last recorded100,958 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 BBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 100,958 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

slight corrosion to n/s/f outer wheel arch

slight surface corrosion to both front lower suspension arms

Pass 24 Jan 2025 80,115 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 78,042 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 75,165 miles

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

Lower Gearbox mounting defective Subframe mount ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 75,160 miles

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

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

Lower Gearbox mounting defective Subframe mount ()

Offside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 72,673 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 70,106 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perrishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 67,855 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 63,515 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both front lamps deteriorated/faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 60,243 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 56,404 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 53,207 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyres Slightly Perished

Pass 26 Jan 2015 49,369 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 45,993 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 24 Jan 2014 45,993 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condition of nearside overtaking mirror

Pass 25 Jan 2012 40,061 miles

Oil leak

engine light on

Pass 22 Jan 2011 31,566 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Feb 2010 25,756 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 19,193 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 19,193 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 10,949 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)

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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FE05 BBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel 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 FE05 BBK, 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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FE05 BBK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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