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HJ55 XAT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,766 mi
Last recorded49,766 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 XAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 49,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 49,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing very cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 48,900 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 47,244 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 46,449 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 44,805 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 44,802 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

fuel cap sealing ring not tested unable to open fuel flap

Pass 7 Jul 2021 42,804 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 42,131 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 40,222 miles

only 3 rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Jul 2018 38,442 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 37,158 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 35,645 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 33,428 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 33,427 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake Discs in poor condition.

Pass 28 Jul 2014 31,544 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 29,890 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 27,667 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 25,039 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 25,039 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 21,290 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 16,636 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 13,290 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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HJ55 XAT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HJ55 XAT, 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 HJ55 XAT registered?

HJ55 XAT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is HJ55 XAT safe to buy?

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