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AV55 WWN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,396 mi
Last recorded71,396 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 WWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 71,396 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Dec 2025 71,395 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2024 67,787 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides , outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2024 67,787 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides , outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 65,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Dec 2023 65,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 62,994 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 60,368 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 58,263 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 56,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 54,492 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 54,484 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear number plate lamp reduced light output

Pass 21 Nov 2017 52,842 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 50,837 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2016 50,815 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 48,330 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 42,197 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 38,416 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 34,417 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 30,923 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 25,276 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 19,354 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 19,354 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 14,813 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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AV55 WWN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 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 AV55 WWN, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV55 WWN?

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What year was AV55 WWN registered?

AV55 WWN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is AV55 WWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 WWN shows 24 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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