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CT55 FHJ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

182,503 mi
Last recorded182,503 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 FHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 182,503 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 181,822 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 168,454 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 167,716 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 105,322 miles

esp and airbag lights staying on

Fail 12 Nov 2012 105,322 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

bonnet latch seized

esp and airbag lights staying on

Pass 2 Feb 2012 91,001 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 69,652 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 42,715 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 42,711 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 23,382 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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CT55 FHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CT55 FHJ, 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 CT55 FHJ registered?

CT55 FHJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is CT55 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CT55 FHJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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