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HF55 FJY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,924 mi
Last recorded54,924 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 FJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 54,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 54,549 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 53,486 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 50,624 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 48,332 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 46,944 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 43,936 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2019 41,312 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 40,014 miles

under tray fitted unable to complete inspection

Pass 20 Jun 2017 38,086 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2016 36,808 miles

under trey fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2015 34,163 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,072 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jun 2013 28,048 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all 4 tyres cracking outer edge

Pass 3 Jul 2012 23,541 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2012 23,509 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2011 18,850 miles

advise front suspension rear support bushes showing signs of fatigue

Pass 19 Aug 2010 18,116 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,005 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 13,145 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 FJY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FJY, 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 FJY registered?

HF55 FJY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is HF55 FJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF55 FJY shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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