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FYY 494H

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,713 mi
Last recorded85,713 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 494H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 85,713 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 85,463 miles

both rear brakes are slightly binding

Fail 30 Jan 2017 85,462 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear brake back plates are moist with a fluid

both rear brakes are slightly binding

Pass 4 Feb 2009 85,407 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 85,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 85,148 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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FYY 494H is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FYY 494H, 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.

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What year was FYY 494H registered?

FYY 494H is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is FYY 494H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYY 494H shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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