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CX05 RRU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

286,516 mi
Last recorded286,516 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 RRU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2024 286,516 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 276,206 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 259,665 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 241,205 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 227,389 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 209,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 181,424 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 160,327 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 142,501 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 123,975 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 103,353 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,163 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 54,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower 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)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 50,335 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 41,824 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 35,511 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 30,256 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 26,719 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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CX05 RRU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 CX05 RRU, 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 RRU registered?

CX05 RRU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is CX05 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 RRU shows 18 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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