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CE55 YMC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

140,864 mi
Last recorded140,864 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 YMC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 140,864 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

oil leak

Pass 27 Oct 2015 129,275 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1d)

all suspension bushes deteriorated

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 129,267 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

rear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chips (8.3.1d)

all suspension bushes deteriorated

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (3.5.1i)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 113,790 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 97,872 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 84,420 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 69,997 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 57,595 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 39,954 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 27,371 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 YMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol 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 YMC, 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 CE55 YMC registered?

CE55 YMC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 September 2005.

Is CE55 YMC safe to buy?

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