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CJ55 BAU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

199,371 mi
Last recorded199,371 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ55 BAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 199,371 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 197,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 17,980 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 162,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 144,169 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 121,727 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 100,954 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 78,168 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 77,770 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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CJ55 BAU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc 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 CJ55 BAU, 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 CJ55 BAU registered?

CJ55 BAU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 October 2005.

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