2005 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · NH05 XBJ
2005 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 20 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 85,554 miles. MOT expired on 11 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,554 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NH05 XBJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/05/2025
- 85,554 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NH05 XBJ 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 (NH05 XBJ) between August 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
NH05 XBJ Mileage History
- 18/08/202268,483 mi
- 31/08/202268,995 mi+512 mi
- 12/09/202379,055 mi+10,060 mi
- 13/09/202379,099 mi+44 mi
- 20/05/202585,554 mi+6,455 mi
Average of roughly 6,197 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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