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CX05 RKV

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,039 mi
Last recorded122,039 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 RKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 122,039 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 113,089 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 104,755 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 97,748 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 90,211 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 90,193 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 83,645 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 83,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 76,487 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 68,789 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 61,381 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 50,234 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 39,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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CX05 RKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CX05 RKV, 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 CX05 RKV registered?

CX05 RKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CX05 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 RKV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX05 RKV have outstanding finance?

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