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DN55 CPZ

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,684 mi
Last recorded176,684 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN55 CPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 176,684 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 168,234 miles

wipers slight smear

Fail 17 Mar 2016 168,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect os & ns (1.8.A.1b)

wipers slight smear

Pass 19 Feb 2015 160,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 160,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 149,026 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 129,487 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 109,179 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 90,054 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 90,054 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 68,157 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 51,183 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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DN55 CPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DN55 CPZ, 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 DN55 CPZ registered?

DN55 CPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is DN55 CPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN55 CPZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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