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CR52 ORR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

73,930 mi
Last recorded73,930 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR52 ORR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 73,930 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 70,155 miles

Both front back plates corroded

o/s rear back plate missing

Pass 26 Oct 2023 67,505 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 65,634 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 64,008 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front brake back plates corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2021 64,008 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both front brake back plates corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2020 59,199 miles

o/s front brake back plate corroded

Fail 20 Oct 2020 59,190 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

o/s front brake back plate corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2019 54,477 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded in places (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 59,126 miles

rear springs corroded

Pass 24 May 2017 48,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2017 48,625 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 45,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 42,761 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 42,761 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2014 40,609 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2013 37,851 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 37,851 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 35,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 33,396 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 32,293 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 28,810 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 26,303 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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CR52 ORR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CR52 ORR, 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 CR52 ORR registered?

CR52 ORR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is CR52 ORR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR52 ORR shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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