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CX55 PXP

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

86,732 mi
Last recorded86,732 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 PXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 86,732 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 86,650 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 86,498 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 86,352 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 86,269 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 85,883 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 85,885 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 85,883 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 84,394 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 83,807 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 82,499 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracking on tread pattern

Pass 26 Aug 2016 79,396 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 77,183 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 71,494 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 65,317 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 56,887 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)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 47,104 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 35,325 miles

front back plates corroded slightly

front discs corroded slightly on inner edges

Pass 20 Aug 2009 30,070 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,848 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 PXP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 PXP, 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 CX55 PXP registered?

CX55 PXP is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CX55 PXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 PXP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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