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CP05 PYG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,084 mi
Last recorded183,084 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 183,084 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 183,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 165,840 miles

Nearside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 151,704 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 135,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

obscure noise from nearside rear wheel when rotated

Fail 7 Jul 2015 135,322 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

obscure noise from nearside rear wheel when rotated

Pass 3 Jul 2014 113,414 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 85,674 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 71,712 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2010 61,256 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front and rear brake pads are looking quite low.

Pass 9 Jul 2010 61,256 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front and rear brake pads are looking quite low.

Fail 17 Jul 2009 49,572 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake pads are getting low.

Pass 17 Jul 2009 49,572 miles

Covers preventing access to some components.

front brake pads are getting low.

Fail 1 Jul 2008 36,668 miles

Extensive covers preventing access to some components.

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Some sections of mirror side repeaters not working.

Pass 1 Jul 2008 36,668 miles

Extensive covers preventing access to some components.

Some sections of mirror side repeaters not working.

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 PYG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PYG, 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 PYG registered?

CP05 PYG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is CP05 PYG safe to buy?

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