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BD54 MXU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

163,711 mi
Last recorded163,711 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 MXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 163,711 miles

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

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

under body corrosion

Pass 11 Jul 2023 162,330 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 160,645 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 160,640 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 145,147 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2019 145,147 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 125,853 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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BD54 MXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BD54 MXU, 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

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What year was BD54 MXU registered?

BD54 MXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is BD54 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 MXU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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