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CW05 NWK

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

147,576 mi
Last recorded147,576 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 NWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2018 147,576 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

n/s sill damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2017 141,854 miles

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

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

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

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

Fail 22 Jun 2017 141,854 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake binding slightly

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 137,378 miles

brake backing plates corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2016 137,378 miles

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

brake backing plates corroded

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Jun 2015 131,632 miles

mil on dash

o/s front tyre worn on edge

Fail 25 Jun 2015 131,632 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

mil on dash

o/s front tyre worn on edge

Pass 11 Jun 2014 115,665 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 94,963 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 79,065 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 64,844 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Child seat N/S/R and O/S/R

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Small cut in outer sidewall of N/S/F tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2010 51,910 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 39,175 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 23,971 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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CW05 NWK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol 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 CW05 NWK, 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 CW05 NWK registered?

CW05 NWK is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is CW05 NWK safe to buy?

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