CarVerify

Free Car Check

CP55 BXR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,799 mi
Last recorded111,799 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 BXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 111,799 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 95,648 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 89,448 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 82,760 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 72,922 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 72,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 62,230 miles

no print out was produced due to low emissions

rear suspension beam corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2013 52,285 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 42,988 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 34,312 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 29,330 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 29,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 23,367 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,063 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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CP55 BXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CP55 BXR, 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

How do I check the history of CP55 BXR?

You can check the full history of CP55 BXR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CP55 BXR registered?

CP55 BXR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CP55 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 BXR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CP55 BXR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CP55 BXR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.