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CX05 XFM

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

163,913 mi
Last recorded163,913 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 XFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 163,913 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 155,584 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 145,528 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 145,528 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 135,236 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2016 135,169 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

rear brake application uneven o/s slow (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 126,009 miles

centre brake light inop

front brake discs getting worn

Pass 24 Jun 2014 121,041 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 121,037 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 115,435 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2013 115,435 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 107,681 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 99,724 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 91,065 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009
Pass 19 Aug 2008 72,769 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 62,540 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 XFM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XFM, 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 XFM registered?

CX05 XFM is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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