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A6 FSU

2004 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

174,338 mi
Last recorded174,338 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Transporter129,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 FSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 174,338 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 174,298 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 172,783 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 171,771 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 171,771 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 170,593 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 163,421 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 14 Jun 2021 163,421 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2020 156,659 miles

Brake servo corroded

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jun 2020 156,659 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake servo corroded

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 154,561 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 154,302 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 143,414 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 133,284 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 122,239 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 116,480 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 99,975 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 85,803 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 69,774 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 56,713 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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A6 FSU is a 2004 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 129,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 FSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A6 FSU registered?

A6 FSU is a 2004 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is A6 FSU safe to buy?

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