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CX55 BXY

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,302 mi
Last recorded103,302 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 BXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 103,302 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 99,102 miles

BOTH FRONT DISC COOLING PLATES CORRODED

Fail 28 Aug 2013 99,102 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

BOTH FRONT DISC COOLING PLATES CORRODED

Pass 10 Aug 2012 96,334 miles

centre rear stop lamp not working

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both inner gaiter covered with grease

Fail 2 Aug 2012 96,334 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both inner gaiter covered with grease

centre rear stop lamp not working

Pass 5 Oct 2011 77,181 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 60,533 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 50,835 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 42,523 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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CX55 BXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CX55 BXY, 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 CX55 BXY registered?

CX55 BXY is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is CX55 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 BXY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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