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RX55 PSO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

98,764 mi
Last recorded98,764 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 PSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 98,764 miles

Exhaust rear and centre box corroded

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2026 98,764 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust rear and centre box corroded

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 97,440 miles

Exhaust centre and rear box corroded

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 95,544 miles

Exhaust centre and rear box corroded

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 93,184 miles

Cente AND rear exhaust sections are deteriorated

Pass 8 Sep 2022 89,674 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 84,700 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 80,438 miles

Rear seats and seatbelts (3rd row) obsctructed from being tested

Pass 6 Sep 2019 74,945 miles

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

Fail 30 Aug 2019 74,944 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2018 68,408 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 63,835 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 61,650 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 59,346 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,776 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 48,627 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 44,126 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 43,152 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 38,302 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 32,831 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 23,107 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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RX55 PSO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RX55 PSO, 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 RX55 PSO registered?

RX55 PSO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is RX55 PSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 PSO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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