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CF55 DYC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,022 mi
Last recorded121,022 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF55 DYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 121,022 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 109,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Slight damage to lens

Fail 13 Jul 2018 109,123 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Slight damage to lens

Pass 8 Jul 2017 105,782 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 87,977 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 78,122 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2014 67,313 miles

nearside headlamp security

Fail 3 Jul 2014 67,310 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

nearside headlamp security

Pass 7 May 2013 60,691 miles

nearside front tyre on legal limit advice change

nearside rear tyre getting close to limit.tyre cracking/splitting advice change

offside front tyre on legal limit advice change

offside rear tyre cracking/splitting advice change

Pass 20 Jan 2012 55,622 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 46,918 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 38,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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CF55 DYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 CF55 DYC, 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 CF55 DYC registered?

CF55 DYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is CF55 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CF55 DYC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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