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CX05 VYF

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,710 mi
Last recorded114,710 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 VYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 114,710 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 114,710 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced x2 (1.7.5a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 102,954 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2016 102,954 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 89,618 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 75,793 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 64,735 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 59,489 miles

ESP fault ligh indicating an ESP fault

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

Passenger air bag deactivated

Pass 28 Feb 2011 54,239 miles

rear discs worn slightly

Pass 24 Feb 2010 45,363 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 39,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Feb 2008 32,875 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 VYF is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VYF, 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 VYF registered?

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

Is CX05 VYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 VYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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