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CP05 UGD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

102,646 mi
Last recorded102,646 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 UGD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018 102,646 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 99,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 88,600 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 73,029 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 73,029 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 65,057 miles

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

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

both front brake disc back plates badly corroded

Pass 22 May 2014 55,210 miles

Front disc back plates corroded

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 May 2013 46,231 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all brake back/dust plates corroded

front wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,845 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 37,845 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,255 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 25,779 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 20,784 miles

n/s/r tyre worn slightly on outside, slightly feathering.

Pass 27 Jun 2008 15,931 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 UGD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UGD, 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 UGD registered?

CP05 UGD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is CP05 UGD safe to buy?

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