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PE55 XUL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,773 mi
Last recorded137,773 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE55 XUL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 137,773 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 121,698 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 108,857 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust centre box outer skin corroded

Pass 20 Dec 2022 105,481 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources faded light (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear handbrake travel long

Pass 17 Dec 2021 100,808 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 96,950 miles

exhaust centre and back box outer skin corroded

Pass 6 Dec 2019 94,917 miles

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))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 89,463 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all four disc and pads

exhaust outer casing

Pass 21 Nov 2017 83,046 miles

EXHAUST OUTER CASINGS CORRODED

Pass 30 Nov 2016 71,435 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

exhaust outer casing corroded

Pass 19 Nov 2015 64,937 miles

exhaust outer casing deteriorated

Pass 9 Dec 2014 59,140 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 49,242 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 39,324 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,101 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 32,350 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 29,083 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 24,592 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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PE55 XUL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PE55 XUL, 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 PE55 XUL registered?

PE55 XUL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is PE55 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE55 XUL shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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