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BJ55 VJO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,375 mi
Last recorded126,375 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 VJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 126,375 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2026 126,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 122,943 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 119,501 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 115,096 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 111,955 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 109,642 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 107,280 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 101,401 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 95,073 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 87,213 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 87,213 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working sidelamp (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 82,055 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 80,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

zero emissions

Pass 14 Nov 2013 70,197 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 64,463 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 59,195 miles

rear tyres perished.

Pass 2 Nov 2010 54,328 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 50,674 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 47,254 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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BJ55 VJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BJ55 VJO, 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 BJ55 VJO registered?

BJ55 VJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is BJ55 VJO safe to buy?

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