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DC05 FGU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,587 mi
Last recorded104,587 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC05 FGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2016 104,587 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 97,612 miles

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

Fail 18 Dec 2013 91,430 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 91,430 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 136,867 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 136,721 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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DC05 FGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DC05 FGU, 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

How do I check the history of DC05 FGU?

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What year was DC05 FGU registered?

DC05 FGU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is DC05 FGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC05 FGU shows 6 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.

Does DC05 FGU have outstanding finance?

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