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PBY 315D

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,228 mi
Last recorded63,228 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBY 315D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2024 63,228 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 63,039 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 63,016 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 62,592 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 62,592 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 62,393 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 62,272 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 62,057 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 61,288 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 60,200 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 59,520 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 59,043 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 58,837 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 58,200 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 57,953 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 57,771 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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PBY 315D is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 PBY 315D, 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 PBY 315D registered?

PBY 315D is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is PBY 315D safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBY 315D shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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