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CX05 VYM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,523 mi
Last recorded116,523 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 VYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 116,523 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 95,657 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 76,794 miles

o/s front brake back-plate slightly corroded.

Fail 26 Nov 2014 76,794 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

o/s front brake back-plate slightly corroded.

Pass 28 Feb 2014 70,571 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 62,185 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 62,105 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 53,574 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 53,574 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

ESP LIGHT ON

eml light on

Pass 2 Mar 2011 45,836 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 39,064 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 32,171 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,614 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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 VYM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VYM, 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 VYM registered?

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

Is CX05 VYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 VYM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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