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HG05 YCP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

173,905 mi
Last recorded173,905 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 YCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 173,905 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 169,400 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 166,474 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 162,501 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 158,713 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded in poor condition

surface corrosion on rear brake pipes

Pass 26 Apr 2016 157,207 miles

rear exhaust silencer heavily corroded

surface corrosion on rear brake pipes

Pass 9 Jan 2015 149,482 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

brake pad level warning on

daytime sidelamps fitted

engine mountings worn

nearside front tyre wearing inner edge

rear exhausat silencer heavily corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2013 142,683 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

brake warning lamp on

centre and rear exhaust silencers heavily corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2012 138,480 miles

brake warning light on.

Pass 27 Sep 2011 126,390 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 126,390 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 115,456 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 101,108 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 92,850 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 92,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front tyres low

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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HG05 YCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 HG05 YCP, 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 HG05 YCP registered?

HG05 YCP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is HG05 YCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 YCP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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