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BN55 GYR

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

192,511 mi
Last recorded192,511 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 GYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 192,511 miles

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Fail 10 May 2017 192,511 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 6 Nov 2012 177,760 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 177,760 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 151,835 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 131,312 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 131,312 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 112,056 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 90,125 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 90,123 miles

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 62,448 miles

advise oil around rear callipers

Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,666 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 GYR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GYR, 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 BN55 GYR registered?

BN55 GYR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is BN55 GYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN55 GYR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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