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CX05 YXA

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

86,736 mi
Last recorded86,736 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 YXA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 86,736 miles

Front bonnet catch sticking

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection of fuel lines

rear screen wiper blade in poor condition

under tray fitted preventing full inspection of fuel lines and brake pipes.

Fail 12 Feb 2016 86,736 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Front bonnet catch sticking

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

engine cover fitted preventing full inspection of fuel lines

rear screen wiper blade in poor condition

under tray fitted preventing full inspection of fuel lines and brake pipes.

Pass 26 Jan 2015 78,805 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 78,805 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bulb failure warning light on

engine warning light on

Pass 30 Jan 2014 71,339 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r bumper edge protruding slightly

suspension components corroded

Fail 27 Jan 2014 71,339 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre worn slightly on inner edge

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r bumper edge protruding slightly

suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2013 65,230 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)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 56,891 miles

Both front tyres wearing inner edges slightly

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2011 49,982 miles

Corrosion to rear subframe

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

Rear brake backplates corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Some play in steering rack

Underbody trim fitted preventing full underbody inspection

Pass 16 Feb 2010 42,810 miles

N/S Wing mirror damaged.

Rear number plate deteriorated.

Surface corrosion to front & rear suspension components.

Pass 27 Feb 2009 35,037 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 27,235 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 27,235 miles

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 YXA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YXA, 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.

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What year was CX05 YXA registered?

CX05 YXA is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is CX05 YXA safe to buy?

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