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CN05 NBY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,717 mi
Last recorded143,717 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 NBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 143,717 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 143,717 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 May 2020 138,790 miles

suspension bushes becoming slightly deteriorated / rear shocker bump stops deteriorated

underside / components showing general corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2019 132,700 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 123,873 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 May 2017 118,484 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 118,484 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2016 115,607 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 111,476 miles

headlamp lens n/s o/s faded

Fail 5 May 2015 111,476 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

headlamp lens n/s o/s faded

Fail 6 May 2014 107,712 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 107,712 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 May 2013 103,334 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 98,817 miles

front rear brake back plates rusted

rear disce worn

Pass 19 Apr 2011 95,248 miles

front brake dust plates rusted

rear brake discs worn

Pass 21 Apr 2010 92,144 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 89,046 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 18 Apr 2008 84,546 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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CN05 NBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NBY, 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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What year was CN05 NBY registered?

CN05 NBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is CN05 NBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN05 NBY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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