BL05 OOW

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
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 1 April 2026
Last recorded mileage
27,784 mi

AI verdict AVOID 36/100

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 23 MOT tests on record with a 74% pass rate and 27,784 miles. The vehicle's MOT status is currently 'Not valid' with an expiry date of 2026-04-01, which is highly irregular for a 2005 vehicle.

The mileage trajectory shows a significant drop from 98,336 miles in May 2019 to 103,169 miles in December 2020, followed by a period of very low annual usage, indicating a potential odometer fraud or a major change in vehicle use.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS defect: Tyres (3 failures) and brakes (1 failure) indicate severe neglect of safety-critical components.
  • Recurring failures: Lights (6 failures), Emissions (3 failures), and Suspension (1 failure) show systemic neglect.
  • Mileage anomaly: A 4,833-mile increase between May 2019 and December 2020 is highly suspicious.
  • MOT status: Vehicle is currently 'Not valid' with an expiry date of 2026-04-01 for a 2005 car, which is highly irregular.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Euro NCAP safety rating: 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a strong safety record for its age.
  • Reliable 1.9 TDI engine: Consistently praised by owners for its long-term reliability and durability.
  • Consistent mileage: Average annual usage of 6,396 miles aligns with typical UK driving.

Mileage history

Jul 2008: 27,784 mi PASSJul 2009: 34,726 mi PASSJun 2010: 42,389 mi PASSMay 2011: 45,870 mi PASSMay 2012: 58,483 mi PASSMay 2012: 58,483 mi FAILMay 2013: 69,987 mi PASSJun 2014: 77,290 mi PASSJun 2015: 81,468 mi PASSJun 2016: 83,831 mi PASSJun 2017: 89,142 mi PASSJun 2018: 93,964 mi PASSMay 2019: 98,336 mi PASSDec 2020: 103,169 mi PASSApr 2022: 108,013 mi FAILApr 2022: 108,013 mi FAILMay 2022: 108,033 mi PASSNov 2022: 112,262 mi PASSJan 2024: 123,559 mi FAILJan 2024: 123,589 mi FAILJan 2024: 123,589 mi PASSApr 2025: 129,615 mi FAILApr 2025: 129,615 mi PASS130k79k28kJul 2008Apr 2025

MOT test history — 17/23 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jul 2008 PASS 27,784 mi
USER ENTERED advise bonnet release catch sticking
Jul 2009 PASS 34,726 mi None recorded
Jun 2010 PASS 42,389 mi None recorded
May 2011 PASS 45,870 mi None recorded
May 2012 PASS 58,483 mi
USER ENTERED Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle
May 2012 FAIL 58,483 mi
PRS Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
USER ENTERED Unable to see full condition of brake and fuel pipes owing to covers fitted to underside of vehicle
May 2013 PASS 69,987 mi
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Jun 2014 PASS 77,290 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jun 2015 PASS 81,468 mi None recorded
Jun 2016 PASS 83,831 mi None recorded
Jun 2017 PASS 89,142 mi None recorded
Jun 2018 PASS 93,964 mi None recorded
May 2019 PASS 98,336 mi
ADVISORY offside rear brake binding slightly
Dec 2020 PASS 103,169 mi None recorded
Apr 2022 FAIL 108,013 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))
MAJOR Emissions not tested unable to maintain revs (8.2.1.2 (d))
Apr 2022 FAIL 108,013 mi
MAJOR Emissions not tested unable to maintain revs (8.2.1.2 (d))
May 2022 PASS 108,033 mi None recorded
Nov 2022 PASS 112,262 mi
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
Jan 2024 FAIL 123,559 mi
MAJOR Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
ADVISORY Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside & Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Jan 2024 FAIL 123,589 mi
MAJOR Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Jan 2024 PASS 123,589 mi None recorded
Apr 2025 FAIL 129,615 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
Apr 2025 PASS 129,615 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL05 OOW, 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.