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CP54 OJL

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,920 mi
Last recorded155,920 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP54 OJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 155,920 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

tape on n/s/f and o/s/f outer wing

Pass 10 Dec 2014 145,652 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)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2013 134,207 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 134,207 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 119,392 miles

Both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jan 2013 119,309 miles

Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Uneven application of rear brakes

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 19 Dec 2011 101,052 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 84,886 miles

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

Fail 24 Dec 2010 84,886 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2009 69,747 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 56,894 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 43,905 miles

front pads 90% worn

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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CP54 OJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CP54 OJL, 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 CP54 OJL registered?

CP54 OJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is CP54 OJL safe to buy?

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