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RY55 FRJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

135,994 mi
Last recorded135,994 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 FRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 135,994 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 131,385 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025 131,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 123,926 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 123,807 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 123,807 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 123,193 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 122,537 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 122,533 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 120,778 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 119,813 miles

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

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

body damage

tape around mirrors

Pass 21 Nov 2017 118,175 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 114,218 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damage

Fail 12 Nov 2016 114,116 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

body damage

Pass 10 Nov 2015 107,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Vehicle has general damage to the body

Pass 30 Dec 2013 88,722 miles

slight body damage

Pass 2 Jan 2013 78,751 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 66,872 miles

o/s mirror slight damage

Pass 23 Nov 2010 56,857 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 47,918 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 37,033 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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RY55 FRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 RY55 FRJ, 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 RY55 FRJ registered?

RY55 FRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is RY55 FRJ safe to buy?

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