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CU05 DHM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,368 mi
Last recorded90,368 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 DHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 90,368 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 78,445 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 70,666 miles

Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S wing mirror deteriorated

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 70,666 miles

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

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

O/S wing mirror deteriorated

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 65,975 miles

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

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

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

many plastic trims shields and guards covering perscribed areas

Pass 22 Mar 2012 59,412 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 14 Apr 2011 51,027 miles

many plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 16 Apr 2010 42,643 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 34,701 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 25,845 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 DHM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DHM, 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 CU05 DHM registered?

CU05 DHM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CU05 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU05 DHM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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