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CP05 XXC

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

162,801 mi
Last recorded162,801 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 XXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 162,801 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 162,305 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 162,305 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 159,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 156,375 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front sides (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2021 156,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front sides (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 146,807 miles

Both rear coils springs slightly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2019 137,758 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 130,728 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 127,507 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 124,056 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 120,514 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 117,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 113,807 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 103,353 miles

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

Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 103,353 miles

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

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

Front rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 95,601 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 91,775 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 75,925 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 75,921 miles

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

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 60,532 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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

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

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

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 XXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 XXC, 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 XXC registered?

CP05 XXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is CP05 XXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP05 XXC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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