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CU05 AYP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,397 mi
Last recorded87,397 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 AYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 87,397 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 79,470 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 79,461 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)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 25 May 2016 71,115 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 71,115 miles

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

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 62,927 miles

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Mar 2014 58,029 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2013 52,548 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

handbrake travel long

nearside front inner driveshaft gaiter slightly perishing

nearside front tyre on 2-4mm

offside front tyre on 3-4mm

Pass 17 Feb 2012 43,490 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Fail 17 Feb 2012 43,490 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 9 May 2011 38,043 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,422 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 27,492 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 20,038 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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CU05 AYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 CU05 AYP, 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 CU05 AYP registered?

CU05 AYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is CU05 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 AYP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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