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HF55 FJO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

232,668 mi
Last recorded232,668 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 FJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 232,668 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 232,668 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 227,222 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Dec 2024 227,222 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 227,209 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive output flange (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 221,894 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 217,980 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion front to rear including outer sills and suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 215,896 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres wearing close to limits in places. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2021 215,896 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipe burst on brake test (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 213,812 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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 16 Oct 2019 211,740 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 208,599 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 201,319 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 189,235 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 169,207 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 148,050 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 130,712 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 113,504 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 97,120 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 79,165 miles

cut in side wall on n/s/f tyre

front wiper blades smearing

Pass 30 Oct 2009 60,707 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2009 60,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 38,522 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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HF55 FJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 HF55 FJO, 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 HF55 FJO registered?

HF55 FJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is HF55 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 FJO shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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