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CW55 BTF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,802 mi
Last recorded26,802 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW55 BTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 26,802 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 23,374 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 19,952 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 16,227 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 13,026 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 9,948 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 5,925 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 5,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2012 4,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 4,535 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 3,784 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 3,695 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 3,312 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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CW55 BTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CW55 BTF, 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

How do I check the history of CW55 BTF?

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What year was CW55 BTF registered?

CW55 BTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is CW55 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW55 BTF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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