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CX55 XTN

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

150,095 mi
Last recorded150,095 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 XTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 150,095 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2021 131,349 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 116,174 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2019 102,095 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 93,681 miles

Exhaust leak

Pass 5 Oct 2017 88,354 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (3.5.1i)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced o/s and n/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 82,001 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 76,627 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 72,023 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 62,473 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear exhaust split

Pass 7 Sep 2011 54,800 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

brake pipe on rear axle is secured with plastic ties (pipe clips are broken )

Fail 24 May 2010 45,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Small hole N/S C/V Gaiter.

Pass 24 May 2010 45,547 miles

Small hole N/S C/V Gaiter.

Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,780 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 XTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XTN, 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 XTN registered?

CX55 XTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is CX55 XTN safe to buy?

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