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CP05 FEM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

151,112 mi
Last recorded151,112 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 FEM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 151,112 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and n/f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 135,113 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

oil leak

under body has slight corrosion in areas

Pass 7 Aug 2018 119,341 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 111,152 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 102,859 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 93,900 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 93,900 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 89,898 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 82,460 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 82,460 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 74,667 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 64,729 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,882 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 42,938 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 31,651 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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CP05 FEM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FEM, 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 FEM registered?

CP05 FEM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 May 2005.

Is CP05 FEM safe to buy?

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