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CN05 UZJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,456 mi
Last recorded98,456 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 UZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 98,456 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 92,527 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 85,958 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 85,958 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 79,050 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 72,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 69,173 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 66,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 64,905 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 61,877 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 58,282 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 53,109 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 48,670 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 48,670 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 42,861 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 37,703 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 32,036 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,537 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 23,381 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 18,577 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 14,502 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 UZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 UZJ, 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 CN05 UZJ registered?

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

Is CN05 UZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CN05 UZJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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