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CP05 ENV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

95,164 mi
Last recorded95,164 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 ENV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 95,164 miles

Heavily modified vehicle for production saloon championship. Single fixed race seat with harness and welded cage fitted. Modified suspension/brakes and exhaust. Aftermarket steering wheel.

Pass 25 Jan 2023 94,218 miles

Heavily modified vehicle for production saloon championship. Single fixed race seat with harness and welded cage fitted. Modified suspension/brakes and exhaust. Aftermarket steering wheel.

Pass 25 Jan 2022 93,685 miles

Heavily modified vehicle for production saloon championship. Single fixed race seat with harness and welded cage fitted. Modified suspension/brakes and exhaust.

Pass 14 Sep 2020 92,845 miles

Race Car specifications

Pass 17 May 2019 92,135 miles

Heavily modified vehicle for production saloon championship. Single fixed race seat with harness and welded cage fitted. Modified suspension/brakes and exhaust.

Pass 10 Sep 2016 87,317 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 73,123 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2015 69,870 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 63,410 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 52,486 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 46,860 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 41,485 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 38,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jun 2010 38,278 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 30,157 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 May 2008 24,159 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 ENV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CP05 ENV, 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

How do I check the history of CP05 ENV?

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What year was CP05 ENV registered?

CP05 ENV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is CP05 ENV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 ENV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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