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BF55 ENX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

149,162 mi
Last recorded149,162 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 ENX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 149,162 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 147,743 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 145,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2022 135,629 miles

Central exhaust box outer skin corroded to excess

Pass 9 Sep 2021 127,781 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 119,653 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 115,272 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 110,194 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 105,712 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 100,495 miles

front tyres worn of on inside edge

os front to rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2015 95,461 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

exhaust system corroded

internal switch used to recheck headlight aim

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some testable components

Pass 30 Sep 2014 88,536 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

fuel tank damp

Fail 27 Sep 2014 88,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

fuel tank damp

Pass 3 Sep 2013 80,084 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust starting to corrode

front wipers leave slight smear on windscreen

rear number plate deteriorated but still able to read

Fail 26 Sep 2012 73,429 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 73,429 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 65,934 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 65,934 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 60,677 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 55,687 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 53,340 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BF55 ENX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BF55 ENX, 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 BF55 ENX registered?

BF55 ENX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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