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CA05 BCE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

184,951 mi
Last recorded184,951 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 BCE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 184,951 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2016 172,879 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2016 172,879 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 151,243 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 151,243 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2013 136,396 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 136,396 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2012 119,415 miles

n/s/r brake disc dust cover corerowed

o/s/f cv gaitor deterating

some wear in n/s/f wishbone bushes

Fail 1 Nov 2012 119,415 miles

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

engine oil level low

n/s/r brake disc dust cover corerowed

o/s/f cv gaitor deterating

some wear in n/s/f wishbone bushes

Pass 31 Oct 2011 98,884 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Off side front dust cap missing

Pass 30 Oct 2010 80,159 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 64,144 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 36,942 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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CA05 BCE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA05 BCE, 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 CA05 BCE registered?

CA05 BCE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is CA05 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 BCE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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