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CP05 MGE

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,068 mi
Last recorded55,068 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 MGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 55,068 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 47,634 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2024 37,364 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 26,584 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 26,581 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 20,005 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 20,005 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 17,795 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 10 May 2013 17,219 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 16,275 miles

ESC warning light on

Pass 23 Apr 2011 14,957 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,613 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 11,885 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 11,885 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2008 9,483 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 MGE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MGE, 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 CP05 MGE registered?

CP05 MGE is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is CP05 MGE safe to buy?

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