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CP55 CCV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,187 mi
Last recorded43,187 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 CCV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 43,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

rear axle is corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2024 37,715 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 32,285 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 26,860 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 20,985 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 14 Sep 2020 15,610 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 10,582 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 6,952 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 6,827 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 6,624 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 6,378 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 6,026 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 5,408 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 4,901 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 4,504 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 4,056 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 3,360 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 2,395 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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CP55 CCV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CCV, 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 CP55 CCV registered?

CP55 CCV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is CP55 CCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 CCV shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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