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FN55 XZD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

156,495 mi
Last recorded156,495 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 XZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 156,495 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2015 142,961 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 127,063 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 127,020 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 114,101 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 93,539 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 75,460 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 51,175 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 39,205 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 18,040 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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FN55 XZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FN55 XZD, 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 FN55 XZD registered?

FN55 XZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is FN55 XZD safe to buy?

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