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CE55 NPP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,927 mi
Last recorded124,927 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 NPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 124,927 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens both sides (1.7.5a)

covers in engine bay & under vehicle

Fail 14 Dec 2016 124,927 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge cord showing (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge cord showing (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens both sides (1.7.5a)

covers in engine bay & under vehicle

Pass 18 Dec 2015 117,806 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both headlights (1.7.5a)

covers in engine bay. covers under vehicle.

Pass 25 Nov 2014 105,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front & o/s/r brake back plates deteriorating

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 22 Nov 2013 93,809 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perishing

brake back plates corroding

Pass 5 Dec 2012 84,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre perished

offside rear tyre worn on inner shoulder

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2011 75,582 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,633 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

n/s rear brake back plate rusted, incomplete

Pass 19 Aug 2009 63,324 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 54,065 miles

Advise on o/s/r tyre perished and worn

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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CE55 NPP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CE55 NPP, 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 CE55 NPP registered?

CE55 NPP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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