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CF05 ENT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

98,047 mi
Last recorded98,047 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 ENT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 98,047 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

heavy corrossion on rear suspension

undertrays fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2018 98,043 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Headlamp aim too low o/s front (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

heavy corrossion on rear suspension

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Feb 2017 95,314 miles

engine management light on

Pass 24 Feb 2016 91,427 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 87,514 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 87,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 83,584 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 83,105 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 72,924 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 72,924 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 71,435 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 66,722 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 14 Jul 2010 62,906 miles

Front discs worn and slightly pitted.

Rear discs worn and slightly pitted.

Fail 14 Jul 2010 62,906 miles

Front discs worn and slightly pitted.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear discs worn and slightly pitted.

Pass 17 Jul 2009 53,952 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 42,187 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 42,187 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside 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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CF05 ENT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CF05 ENT, 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 CF05 ENT registered?

CF05 ENT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is CF05 ENT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF05 ENT shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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