BL54 TSV
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)
- Valid
- MOT due
- was due 6 June 2026
- Last recorded mileage
- 35,752 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 39/100
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 19 MOT tests on record with a 84% pass rate and 35,752 miles. While mileage is consistent, the sheer volume of past issues and the age of the vehicle warrant a thorough inspection.
The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 7,071 miles/year, with a notable drop in annual usage from 2019 (116,827 mi) to 2022 (126,092 mi), but no suspicious decreases or round numbers.
Things to check
- Recurring major failures in suspension (Jun 2022, May 2024) and steering (Jun 2022) indicate chronic wear.
- Consistent lighting failures (5 major, 2 minor) across 10 MOTs suggest a systemic electrical or mechanical issue.
- Brake system advisories (4 across 3 tests) from 2008 to 2011 show a recurring wear pattern.
- The vehicle is 21 years old with 35,752 miles, well below average for its age, indicating heavy use or neglect.
Working in its favour
- Most recent MOT passed despite 3 historical failures
- Valid MOT until June 2026 provides immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
- Consistent mileage trajectory with no suspicious drops or round numbers.
- No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 16/19 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2008 | PASS | 35,752 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
|
| Jan 2009 | PASS | 50,168 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
|
| Jan 2010 | PASS | 62,280 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
|
| Apr 2011 | PASS | 68,264 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a) ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
|
| Jun 2012 | PASS | 76,079 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) ADVISORY Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) ADVISORY Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
|
| Jun 2013 | PASS | 84,975 mi | None recorded |
| Jul 2014 | PASS | 90,879 mi | None recorded |
| Nov 2015 | PASS | 102,774 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2017 | PASS | 108,523 mi | None recorded |
| Jan 2019 | PASS | 116,827 mi | None recorded |
| Feb 2020 | PASS | 120,699 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
|
| Apr 2021 | PASS | 123,135 mi | None recorded |
| Jun 2022 | FAIL | 126,092 mi |
MAJOR Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i)) ADVISORY some surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
|
| Jun 2022 | PASS | 126,092 mi |
ADVISORY some surface corrosion to underside of vehicle
|
| Jun 2023 | PASS | 131,051 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
|
| May 2024 | FAIL | 139,011 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY exhaust slightly deteriorated ADVISORY Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c)) MAJOR Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c)) MINOR Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
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| May 2024 | PASS | 139,011 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b)) ADVISORY exhaust slightly deteriorated ADVISORY Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c)) MINOR Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
|
| May 2025 | FAIL | 144,269 mi |
MAJOR Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b)) MAJOR Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i)) MAJOR Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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| May 2025 | PASS | 144,270 mi |
ADVISORY Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
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