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CV05 VTD

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,229 mi
Last recorded39,229 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV05 VTD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 39,229 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 38,453 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 37,542 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 36,693 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,550 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 34,237 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 33,467 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 32,415 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 32,415 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 31,927 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 31,323 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 30,788 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,547 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 30,545 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 29,297 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 27,814 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 27,064 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 26,339 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 25,744 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 23,080 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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CV05 VTD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 CV05 VTD, 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 CV05 VTD registered?

CV05 VTD is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is CV05 VTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV05 VTD shows 20 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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