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AP55 CWE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,154 mi
Last recorded139,154 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 CWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 139,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 119,454 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both front wishbone rear bushes starting to crack/split

Fail 28 Nov 2015 119,453 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

both front wishbone rear bushes starting to crack/split

Pass 28 Nov 2014 104,964 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight distortion on both rear tyres

Fail 28 Nov 2014 104,964 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

slight distortion on both rear tyres

Pass 23 Nov 2013 89,166 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 69,935 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 69,935 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 56,962 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 47,109 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 37,475 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 28,217 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AP55 CWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP55 CWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP55 CWE registered?

AP55 CWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is AP55 CWE safe to buy?

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