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EO55 CBU

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,812 mi
Last recorded109,812 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 CBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 109,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 96,885 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 92,753 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 86,799 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 86,799 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2016 79,049 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 70,880 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 63,572 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 55,802 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 48,289 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 39,998 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 32,481 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 25,421 miles

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

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

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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EO55 CBU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EO55 CBU, 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 EO55 CBU registered?

EO55 CBU is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is EO55 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO55 CBU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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