Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2010 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 73,120 miles on the clock, averaging 4,027 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for cgga. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for BO05 RAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,120 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,712 |
| Average per year | 4,027 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
CGGA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BO05 RAY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BO — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BO05 RAY
What car is BO05 RAY?
BO05 RAY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2010.
What is the mileage of BO05 RAY?
The last recorded mileage for BO05 RAY was 73,120 miles, recorded on 5 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BO05 RAY passed its MOT?
BO05 RAY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 May 2026.
Is BO05 RAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BO05 RAY is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BO05 RAY?
BO05 RAY is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.