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PX05 UAM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

299,289 mi
Last recorded299,289 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 UAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 299,289 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 299,271 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Nearside rear metal brake pipe badly corroded at rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Offside rear metal brake pipe badly corroded at rear axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 297,595 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2016 294,892 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 286,825 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 286,809 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 270,856 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Mar 2013 247,082 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 240,897 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 226,694 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 220,822 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 206,605 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 186,644 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 170,839 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 147,596 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 147,596 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 110,872 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 45,703 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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PX05 UAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PX05 UAM, 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 PX05 UAM registered?

PX05 UAM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is PX05 UAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 UAM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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