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BT55 DZY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,523 mi
Last recorded105,523 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 DZY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 105,523 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 105,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 103,246 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 96,843 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 92,667 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 88,971 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 85,210 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 82,272 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 83,118 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

damage to nearside mirror.

metal in nearside rear tyre.

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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BT55 DZY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT55 DZY, 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 BT55 DZY registered?

BT55 DZY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is BT55 DZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 DZY shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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