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CN05 EKL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

202,712 mi
Last recorded202,712 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 EKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2015 202,712 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 13 May 2014 185,443 miles

both front tyres worn inner edge

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

offdside front seatbelt fraying

offside front wing damaged

offside rear tyre wearing outer edge and nail in tread

Pass 9 May 2013 163,090 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 May 2013 163,076 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 May 2012 141,813 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 7 May 2011 114,591 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 86,530 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 51,332 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,772 miles

Nearside Rear 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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CN05 EKL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CN05 EKL, 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.

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CN05 EKL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CN05 EKL safe to buy?

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