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SF55 KVE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,598 mi
Last recorded141,598 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF55 KVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 141,598 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 122,333 miles

Wheelchairrampbroken

Fail 28 Aug 2012 122,318 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Emergency exit door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

Front Emergency exit door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.D.1a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Glazing/screen/partition guard rail or barrier insecure (6.9.4)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

off side front window insecure

oil leaks from engine

speaker hanging down from roof

Pass 19 Aug 2011 109,509 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

step lights not working

Pass 23 Aug 2010 92,739 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 73,004 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 72,951 miles

Nearside Glazing/screen/partition insecure and likely to fall out (6.9.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 52,597 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 33,946 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006
Fail 16 Aug 2006 15,057 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

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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SF55 KVE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SF55 KVE, 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

How do I check the history of SF55 KVE?

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What year was SF55 KVE registered?

SF55 KVE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is SF55 KVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF55 KVE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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