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CP05 CXT

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,123 mi
Last recorded91,123 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 CXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 91,123 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 81,142 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 76,479 miles

bonnet safety catch seized

Pass 21 Feb 2012 70,411 miles

Both front brake disc's sliightly worn.

Exhaust system corroded.

N/S/R tyre on 3.0mm tread depth and showing signs of saw toothing on inner edge.

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

O/S/R and N/S/R track con trol arm bushes starting to show signs of deterioration.

O/S/R tyre showeing signs of saw toothing on inner edge.

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

Rear brake disc's slightly worn.

Rear brake pads aprox 75% worn.

Pass 13 Jan 2011 58,878 miles

Front o/side tyre very close to limits

Pass 12 Jan 2010 43,204 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 24,349 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 24,349 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 10,001 miles

Osf tyre wall damaged/curbed/not showing cords

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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CP05 CXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc 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 CP05 CXT, 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 CP05 CXT registered?

CP05 CXT is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is CP05 CXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 CXT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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