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FG55 WDO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

158,008 mi
Last recorded158,008 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 WDO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 158,008 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 150,956 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 141,454 miles

exhaust systeme starting to deteriorate

Fail 18 Oct 2013 141,417 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

exhaust systeme starting to deteriorate

Pass 9 Oct 2012 130,019 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2012 129,417 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2011 114,412 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 97,869 miles

screw in offside rear tyre

unable to fully check prescribed areas due to manufacturers fitted covers

Pass 19 Oct 2009 83,686 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 19 Oct 2009 83,682 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2008 69,603 miles

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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FG55 WDO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FG55 WDO, 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 FG55 WDO registered?

FG55 WDO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is FG55 WDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 WDO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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