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CB05 CAM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

151,153 mi
Last recorded151,153 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB05 CAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2020 151,153 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 146,958 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 138,556 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 133,101 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 127,405 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 121,651 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 111,714 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 111,714 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 94,724 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 94,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 78,902 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 74,703 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2010 59,453 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 42,666 miles

Nearside rear tyre out of shape

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

Pass 16 May 2008 26,963 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 26,963 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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CB05 CAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CB05 CAM, 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 CB05 CAM registered?

CB05 CAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is CB05 CAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB05 CAM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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