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CP55 YFZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,448 mi
Last recorded151,448 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 YFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 151,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 151,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 146,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 142,536 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 141,071 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 139,471 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 138,640 miles

Centre and rear exhaust silencers corroded and peeling.

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 137,222 miles

Rear and centre exhaust corroding and peeling.

Pass 15 Nov 2018 133,647 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust middle and rear silencers corroding and peeling, no leaks at time of test.

Pass 2 Nov 2017 129,931 miles

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

Rear Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 2 Nov 2017 129,928 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Rear Exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2016 125,817 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 125,816 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both. Brake (Pad warning light illuminated) (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 118,294 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 Nov 2015 118,294 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 109,961 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 102,498 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 25 Nov 2013 102,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 92,542 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 84,147 miles

Front and rear brake discs worn.

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 84,147 miles

Front and rear brake discs worn.

Pass 30 Nov 2010 73,995 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 66,475 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 50,632 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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CP55 YFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CP55 YFZ, 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 CP55 YFZ registered?

CP55 YFZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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