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CT55 MSV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

167,776 mi
Last recorded167,776 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 MSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 167,776 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 160,570 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides faded (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 147,602 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 147,602 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 138,520 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 23 Jan 2018 126,294 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Fail 23 Jan 2018 126,294 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 115,851 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 115,851 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 101,306 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 101,303 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 88,831 miles

signs of leakage o/s cv boot

Fail 30 Jan 2015 88,831 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

signs of leakage o/s cv boot

Pass 21 Jan 2014 77,706 miles

heavy inner edge wear n/s/f tyre and close to wear indicators

o/s/f tyre inner edge wear

o/s/r tyre slight edge wear

Fail 20 Jan 2014 77,706 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

heavy inner edge wear n/s/f tyre and close to wear indicators

o/s/f tyre inner edge wear

o/s/r tyre slight edge wear

Pass 28 Jan 2013 67,416 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 55,521 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 55,279 miles

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

both front tyres close to wear indicators

Pass 24 Jan 2011 42,745 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 34,089 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 29,864 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 29,674 miles

all brake discs have surface corrosion

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 MSV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 MSV, 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 CT55 MSV registered?

CT55 MSV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 December 2005.

Is CT55 MSV safe to buy?

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