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CX55 PYB

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

123,873 mi
Last recorded123,873 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 PYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2022 123,873 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 123,873 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 119,446 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 119,443 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 115,948 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 115,946 miles

Nearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working outer (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2018 110,536 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 110,536 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 106,062 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding slightly (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively and binding slightly (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 99,459 miles

engine covers undertrays fitted

Fail 4 Jan 2017 99,459 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine covers undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Feb 2016 95,183 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All front and rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Feb 2016 95,183 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (1.7.5a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 93,638 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 90,308 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 86,747 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 77,433 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 68,987 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 58,039 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 58,039 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,857 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 45,857 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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 PYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CX55 PYB, 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 PYB registered?

CX55 PYB is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is CX55 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 PYB shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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