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CP05 PWY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

104,619 mi
Last recorded104,619 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 PWY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 104,619 miles

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

eml on time of test

Pass 7 Dec 2022 101,226 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

eml on time of test

Pass 23 Nov 2021 96,095 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 92,337 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 85,962 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2018 79,802 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both lamps (1.7.5a)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 16 May 2018 79,802 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both lamps (1.7.5a)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arms (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 May 2017 74,303 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 26 May 2017 74,303 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 66,975 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 60,783 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2014 59,010 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 52,345 miles

Slight Bind On Offside Rear Brake

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 45,513 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 38,554 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 19 Jul 2010 31,807 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,816 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 25,694 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 19,895 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 PWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PWY, 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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CP05 PWY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is CP05 PWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 PWY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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