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RF55 AOS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

197,268 mi
Last recorded197,268 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF55 AOS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 197,268 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 192,751 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 189,403 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges

Corrosion to brake discs

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both front wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2017 189,402 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front tyres worn on edges

Corrosion to brake discs

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both front wishbone rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 185,128 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 177,222 miles

Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 154,422 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 154,422 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 123,948 miles

both rear tyres have age related cracks.

Pass 1 Oct 2010 97,615 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 16,479 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 16,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 45,402 miles

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

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)

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

Spare tyre defective

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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RF55 AOS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RF55 AOS, 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 RF55 AOS registered?

RF55 AOS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is RF55 AOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF55 AOS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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