2005 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- VOLKSWAGEN
- Year
- 2005
- Fuel
- DIESEL
- Colour
- BLACK
- Engine
- 1896 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Untaxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 2 December 2015
- Last recorded mileage
- 52,641 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 57/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2005 Volkswagen has 12 MOT tests on record with a 67% pass rate and 52,641 miles. While it has a long service history, the vehicle's age and high usage warrant careful consideration.
The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 16,470 miles/year, with a significant spike in 2009 (32,689 miles in 12 months) and a notable drop in 2011 (126 miles in 12 months).
Things to check
- High mileage (163,483 miles) for a 2005 vehicle indicates significant wear and tear.
- Recurring major failures in lights (7 times) and brakes (7 advisories) suggest chronic maintenance needs.
- The 2014-12-2014 MOT failure for windscreen and tyre advisories indicates immediate repair was required.
- The 2010-04-19 test shows a 'nail in nearside rear tyre' and 'stone chip in front windscreen' user entered advisories.
Working in its favour
- Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
- Consistent high mileage suggests regular use and maintenance, potentially extending its lifespan.
- No evidence of odometer fraud; mileage trajectory is consistent, though high.
- The 2017 Euro NCAP rating of 5/5 stars indicates a strong safety record for this model.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 8/12 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2008 | PASS | 52,641 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
|
| Apr 2009 | FAIL | 85,330 mi |
FAIL Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c) FAIL Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
|
| Apr 2009 | PASS | 85,330 mi | None recorded |
| Apr 2010 | FAIL | 109,319 mi |
FAIL Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) FAIL Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c) FAIL Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) FAIL Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i) USER ENTERED under tray cover fitted and insecure USER ENTERED side skirts fitted to sills USER ENTERED Nail in nearside rear tyre USER ENTERED stone chip in front windscreen
|
| Apr 2010 | PASS | 109,321 mi |
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i) USER ENTERED under tray cover fitted and insecure USER ENTERED side skirts fitted to sills USER ENTERED Nail in nearside rear tyre USER ENTERED stone chip in front windscreen
|
| Apr 2011 | FAIL | 125,077 mi |
FAIL Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) FAIL Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) FAIL Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) FAIL Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f) FAIL Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
|
| Apr 2011 | PASS | 125,203 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
|
| Apr 2012 | PASS | 137,516 mi |
ADVISORY Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d) ADVISORY Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a) ADVISORY Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e) USER ENTERED chips in screen USER ENTERED offside Headlamp has low output USER ENTERED Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights USER ENTERED winter Tyres fitted to 3 road wheels
|
| May 2013 | FAIL | 147,351 mi |
PRS Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d) PRS Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) PRS Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) USER ENTERED Rear bumper insecure
|
| May 2013 | PASS | 147,351 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) USER ENTERED Rear bumper insecure
|
| Nov 2013 | PASS | 151,484 mi | None recorded |
| Dec 2014 | PASS | 163,483 mi |
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BD05 LCN, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.