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PN05 FYC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,320 mi
Last recorded58,320 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 FYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 58,320 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 53,623 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 50,007 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 48,529 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 46,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

revers lamp inoperative

Fail 13 Sep 2021 46,885 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also tyre over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

revers lamp inoperative

Pass 2 Oct 2020 45,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

brake discs surface corrosion

Pass 8 Aug 2019 45,567 miles

Exhaust back box outer skin deteriorating and breaking away

Pass 12 Apr 2018 45,553 miles

corrosion throughout exhaust system

Pass 12 Apr 2017 44,450 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 44,450 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 41,097 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 41,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 36,540 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 33,018 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 33,018 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 29,337 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 27,087 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011
Pass 10 Mar 2010 20,449 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 17,520 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,894 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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PN05 FYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PN05 FYC, 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 PN05 FYC registered?

PN05 FYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is PN05 FYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN05 FYC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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