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BN55 GVU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

314,490 mi
Last recorded314,490 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 GVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2020 314,490 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded FROM FLEXI (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO FLEXI (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL CORRODED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) OS RACK END PLAY (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system TO FLEXI (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 312,841 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 312,841 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))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 302,390 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 302,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 297,514 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 286,249 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 268,269 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 257,144 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 240,092 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

middle exhaust box slightly corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2011 197,607 miles

brake check

Pass 2 Oct 2010 152,446 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 152,446 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 121,287 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 121,287 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 91,935 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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BN55 GVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN55 GVU, 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.

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What year was BN55 GVU registered?

BN55 GVU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is BN55 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 GVU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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