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CE55 TFZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,881 mi
Last recorded147,881 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 TFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 147,881 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 136,191 miles

NSF shock absober weeping

Slight play in front wishbone bushes

Fail 10 Nov 2016 136,191 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect BOTH (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

NSF shock absober weeping

Slight play in front wishbone bushes

Pass 22 Oct 2015 122,744 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 110,202 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 97,851 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 86,056 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f and o/s/r brake discs back plates coroded

o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 20 Oct 2011 73,950 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 64,696 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 54,072 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 46,506 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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CE55 TFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TFZ, 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 TFZ registered?

CE55 TFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 September 2005.

Is CE55 TFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 TFZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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