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RA55 ZCL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,454 mi
Last recorded118,454 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 ZCL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 118,454 miles

Nearside Rear light cluster slightly damaged

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

rear passenger seats missing at time of test

Pass 9 Sep 2025 113,142 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

rear passenger seats missing at time of test

Pass 21 Aug 2024 106,340 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test far rear

Fail 21 Aug 2024 106,340 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test far rear

Pass 30 Aug 2023 99,060 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 7 Sep 2022 92,518 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test far rear

Pass 6 Sep 2021 86,253 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside rear number plate lamp dim

Fail 6 Sep 2021 86,252 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside rear number plate lamp dim

Pass 25 Aug 2020 82,486 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Pass 26 Mar 2019 78,716 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Pass 20 Mar 2018 73,187 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 16 Mar 2017 65,589 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 59,703 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 53,481 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 47,269 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 41,482 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 19 Mar 2012 36,429 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2012 36,429 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

surface corrosion on rear brake discs

Pass 21 Jan 2011 27,733 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jan 2010 16,460 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 11,618 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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RA55 ZCL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RA55 ZCL, 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 RA55 ZCL registered?

RA55 ZCL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is RA55 ZCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA55 ZCL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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