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CP05 WGN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

83,248 mi
Last recorded83,248 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 WGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2018 83,248 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

various covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 24 Jun 2017 75,057 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated Front and rear (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 68,120 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

all brake discs corroded especially front inner faces

all brake hoses perished

rear roll bar inner bushes perished

rear suspension bushes perished

rear tyres slightly perished

rear washer jet blocked though wiper motor

Pass 21 Aug 2015 58,525 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

nail in nearside front tyre

slight offside rear brake bind

Fail 19 Aug 2015 58,525 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

nail in nearside front tyre

slight offside rear brake bind

Pass 14 Aug 2014 49,775 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

o/s h/brake cable not returning to stop on caliper

slight o/s rear brake bind

Pass 21 Aug 2013 43,180 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 37,677 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 32,932 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 26,768 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 21,480 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,874 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)

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 WGN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WGN, 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 WGN registered?

CP05 WGN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is CP05 WGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 WGN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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