2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · KA05 LWS
2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 62,293 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,293 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA05 LWS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/09/2025
- 62,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KA05 LWS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Golf (KA05 LWS) between April 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
KA05 LWS Mileage History
- 28/04/202355,638 mi
- 31/07/202458,879 mi+3,241 mi
- 31/07/202458,879 mi
- 06/09/202562,293 mi+3,414 mi
- 06/09/202562,293 mi
Average of roughly 2,821 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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