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ECD 485C

2005 Volkswagen Pick Up

Green Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

17,586 mi
Last recorded17,586 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Pick Up43,058 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECD 485C
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPick Up
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 17,586 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 17,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 17,586 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

steering has slight leak from steering box

Fail 5 Jul 2016 17,586 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

steering has slight leak from steering box

Pass 16 Jul 2015 17,856 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 17,856 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 17,586 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

steering box slight leak

Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,686 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 17,686 miles

Centre Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 17,586 miles

corrosion to os and ns inner sill sections

corrosion to osf jacking area near chassis

free play in steering box

front bumper insecure

seat bolts are poor replacement for originals

slight leak from master cylinder

wear in osf and nsf upper king pin joints

Pass 1 Jun 2010 17,586 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 17,586 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 17,586 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 17,536 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

vehicle presented without wipers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2005 17,536 miles

Both front upper and lower trunions show play advise shock absorbers bushes worn.

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

Vehicle presented without windscreen passenger seats,washers ,or wipers O/S/rear tyre tread in poor condition.

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Pick Up?

Based on 1,573 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

69.0%
Pass Rate
1,199
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 94
Brake pipe excessively corroded 81
Stop lamp not working 61
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 59
position lamp(s) not working 56
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ECD 485C is a 2005 Volkswagen Pick Up in Green with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Pick Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,058 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Pick Up fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECD 485C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Pick Up typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Pick Up is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ECD 485C registered?

ECD 485C is a 2005 Volkswagen Pick Up, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is ECD 485C safe to buy?

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