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OUI 3422

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

271,682 mi
Last recorded271,682 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 3422
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 271,682 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2026 271,682 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 265,483 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

exhaust boxes corroded

shields covering underside

Fail 29 Apr 2025 265,472 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended does not lock in (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

exhaust boxes corroded

shields covering underside

Pass 30 Apr 2024 258,730 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 258,730 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 258,673 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near side rear/off side rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside shields fitted

Fail 29 Aug 2023 258,661 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens cracking and blurred (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb is loose (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing Both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near side rear/off side rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside shields fitted

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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OUI 3422 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OUI 3422, 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.

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What year was OUI 3422 registered?

OUI 3422 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is OUI 3422 safe to buy?

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