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C4 UNS

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,256 mi
Last recorded168,256 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 UNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 168,256 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2019 168,256 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 154,707 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 154,707 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 138,446 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 138,446 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 123,795 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 109,400 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 93,900 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 75,646 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 49,343 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 47,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air-bag light on

Pass 30 Apr 2010 39,521 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 25,102 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,813 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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C4 UNS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C4 UNS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C4 UNS registered?

C4 UNS is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is C4 UNS safe to buy?

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