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RV55 CMF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

188,159 mi
Last recorded188,159 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV55 CMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 188,159 miles

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

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

exhaust deteriating

suspension components corroding

under trays fitted to under side of vehicle

Pass 31 Aug 2024 188,074 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 187,451 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 182,352 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 176,923 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2020 172,239 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 165,148 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 165,148 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 155,923 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 146,380 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 135,474 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Sep 2015 123,249 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Sep 2015 123,213 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective light onn (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated splitting (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated splitting (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 107,784 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 103,720 miles

Nails in Offside Front Tyre

Pass 31 Aug 2012 98,898 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 98,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 78,569 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 78,569 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 64,848 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 51,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 40,626 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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RV55 CMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc 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 RV55 CMF, 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 RV55 CMF registered?

RV55 CMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is RV55 CMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV55 CMF 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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