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NV54 TBY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

229,087 mi
Last recorded229,087 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV54 TBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 229,087 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 215,719 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 211,504 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 211,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 3 Feb 2021 211,014 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 208,746 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 208,746 miles

Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 207,457 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 207,457 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim incorrect tyre size for wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim incorrect tyre size for wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 205,514 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Dec 2017 205,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 185,265 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 182,006 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 182,006 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 157,991 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 125,005 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 99,385 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 74,351 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 62,668 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 58,224 miles

ns wing mirror glass damaged

rear registration plate slightly delaminated

Pass 28 Jan 2009 50,427 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 50,400 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 40,215 miles

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

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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NV54 TBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 NV54 TBY, 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 NV54 TBY registered?

NV54 TBY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 January 2005.

Is NV54 TBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV54 TBY shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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