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CP55 UUV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,391 mi
Last recorded196,391 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 UUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 196,391 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 196,391 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 188,295 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 188,295 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 182,242 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 156,119 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2014 156,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 117,906 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 88,233 miles

haedlamp lenes deteriorated

Pass 27 Apr 2011 61,278 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 24,074 miles

n/s wing mirror lens cracked

unable to check underside of vehicle fully due to lower panels fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,688 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 UUV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 CP55 UUV, 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 CP55 UUV registered?

CP55 UUV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is CP55 UUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 UUV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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