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CK05 NHJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,187 mi
Last recorded128,187 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK05 NHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 128,187 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 128,187 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 117,875 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front damage not sharp edges its secure

Pass 20 Jun 2017 108,321 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 99,615 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 93,300 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 89,700 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 88,023 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 80,374 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 73,325 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 61,061 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2010 61,061 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 48,090 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 48,090 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 32,679 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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CK05 NHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CK05 NHJ, 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 CK05 NHJ registered?

CK05 NHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is CK05 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK05 NHJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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