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CP55 WMG

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,223 mi
Last recorded57,223 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 WMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 57,223 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres inner edges slightly worn

Pass 23 Sep 2017 56,612 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 54,644 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 53,052 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

both rear brake disc back plates corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2014 50,287 miles

rear back plates derteriated both sides

Pass 26 Sep 2013 35,194 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r brake back plates damaged and corrored

Pass 2 Oct 2012 31,786 miles

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

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

offside rear brake disc backplate corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2011 27,656 miles

both rear brake disc backplates corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2010 24,102 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2010 24,102 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 20,504 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 15,894 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 WMG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WMG, 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 WMG registered?

CP55 WMG is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is CP55 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 WMG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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