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CP55 VDZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,465 mi
Last recorded107,465 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 VDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 107,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 99,735 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 94,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 89,384 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 84,375 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 79,319 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 74,930 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 70,211 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 66,828 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 62,887 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 58,207 miles

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

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

both front and rear brake discs corroding

eml illuminated on dash

Pass 9 Oct 2014 55,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside head lamp slightly loose on lower mounts // otherwise ok .

Fail 9 Oct 2014 55,465 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside head lamp slightly loose on lower mounts // otherwise ok .

Pass 11 Oct 2013 50,120 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 50,119 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

coolant level low

Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,041 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 40,669 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 34,279 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 34,275 miles

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 30,018 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 25,088 miles

Engine warning light on

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 VDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 VDZ, 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 VDZ registered?

CP55 VDZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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