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CP55 OTY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 OTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018
Fail 12 Feb 2018 136,079 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 118,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened and slight redistricted movement (3.5.1n)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 114,545 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 114,542 miles

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)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 110,006 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 104,897 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 98,487 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 98,487 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 88,579 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 76,953 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 67,668 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 55,450 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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CP55 OTY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OTY, 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 OTY registered?

CP55 OTY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is CP55 OTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 OTY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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