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CN05 JHH

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

136,278 mi
Last recorded136,278 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 JHH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 136,278 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn close to limit,offside has worn smooth on inner edge.195/65/15

offside headlamp lense has deteriorated resulting in a diffused beam image.

Fail 29 Jun 2016 136,274 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres worn close to limit,offside has worn smooth on inner edge.195/65/15

offside headlamp lense has deteriorated resulting in a diffused beam image.

Pass 27 Jun 2015 128,389 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s mirror glass

Pass 24 Jun 2014 123,817 miles

offside headlamp deteriorated

steering rack inner ball joints worn not causing excessive freeplay at time of test

Fail 24 Jun 2014 123,817 miles

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

offside headlamp deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2013 117,280 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 100,349 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 83,255 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 83,255 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 69,749 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2010 69,700 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 55,098 miles

button on end of parking brake loose

slight play in offside front inner steering rod ball joint

Fail 1 Jul 2009 55,098 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

button on end of parking brake loose

slight play in offside front inner steering rod ball joint

Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,208 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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CN05 JHH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CN05 JHH, 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 JHH is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 June 2005.

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