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CJ55 BBE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,056 mi
Last recorded147,056 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ55 BBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 147,056 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 133,280 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 133,280 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 129,091 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 115,131 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 96,522 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 80,296 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 65,733 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 53,230 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 44,893 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 37,089 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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CJ55 BBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc 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 CJ55 BBE, 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 CJ55 BBE registered?

CJ55 BBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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