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FVN 160J

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,413 mi
Last recorded92,413 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 160J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 92,413 miles

Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

front bumper bar removed

Pass 9 May 2013 92,387 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 92,051 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 91,839 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 91,313 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2009 91,313 miles

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2007 91,091 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 88,360 miles

Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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FVN 160J is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FVN 160J, 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 FVN 160J registered?

FVN 160J is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is FVN 160J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 160J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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