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CA05 HVF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

102,640 mi
Last recorded102,640 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 HVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 102,640 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Nov 2025 102,640 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 90,389 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 90,389 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 80,344 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 80,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 74,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 74,691 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 73,559 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 71,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2020 69,809 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 65,057 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 60,918 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 58,537 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 55,933 miles

all four brake back plates corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2015 47,022 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 45,682 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

offside windscreen wiper blade does not make contact with the windscreen at the bottom of the screen, does not affect the drivers view of the road

Fail 5 Jun 2014 45,682 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

offside windscreen wiper blade does not make contact with the windscreen at the bottom of the screen, does not affect the drivers view of the road

Pass 13 Jun 2013 43,967 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2012 41,962 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 38,317 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2010 32,600 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 26,620 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 20,385 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,385 miles

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

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 HVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 CA05 HVF, 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

How do I check the history of CA05 HVF?

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What year was CA05 HVF registered?

CA05 HVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is CA05 HVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 HVF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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