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CX55 XTR

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

149,711 mi
Last recorded149,711 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 XTR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2021 149,711 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

suspension components corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2019 142,705 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 137,032 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 137,000 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 136,987 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 132,127 miles

Rear both rear tyres showing signs of age(cracking between treads) also both inner edges wearing

Pass 1 Aug 2016 122,873 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc back plate protector corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2015 113,704 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 113,704 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 101,917 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 85,695 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 85,695 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 75,548 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 66,942 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 57,342 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 48,298 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 35,799 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 XTR is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XTR, 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 XTR registered?

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

Is CX55 XTR safe to buy?

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