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CP55 VAF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

170,009 mi
Last recorded170,009 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 VAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 170,009 miles

n/s wing mirror damaged

small play in steering rack joints

Pass 12 Oct 2017 141,985 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 135,856 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Oct 2016 135,856 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 124,025 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 120,128 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 120,127 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 109,620 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 96,434 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 84,217 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 Sep 2010 69,820 miles

offside front brake disc slight pitting

Pass 11 Sep 2009 57,149 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 47,536 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Sep 2008 47,536 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VAF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VAF, 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 VAF registered?

CP55 VAF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is CP55 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 VAF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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