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FV54 YBU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

190,406 mi
Last recorded190,406 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 YBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 190,406 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security shock absorber upper mounting area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Road wheel slightly distorted ALL 4 wheels corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both rear heatshields loose

centre and rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2025 190,406 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/65/16 c 107/105t (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security shock absorber upper mounting area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Road wheel slightly distorted ALL 4 wheels corroded (5.2.2 (c) (i))

both rear heatshields loose

centre and rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2024 177,030 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2024 177,030 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Power steering component fouling pipe (2.1.5 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 149,449 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2023 149,449 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Power steering pipe/hose excessively damaged pipe chaffing on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 138,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 126,196 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 117,996 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 110,745 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2018 100,291 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 100,291 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 90,491 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 81,884 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 81,884 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 73,639 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 65,491 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 65,491 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 58,319 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 51,220 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 48,870 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 47,156 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 43,210 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 37,084 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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FV54 YBU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc 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 FV54 YBU, 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 FV54 YBU registered?

FV54 YBU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is FV54 YBU safe to buy?

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