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SG54 UTN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

242,007 mi
Last recorded242,007 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG54 UTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 242,007 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near brake master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner sill holded and corroded outside of presibed area

Offside Rear brake disc backing plate heavily corroded

both front tyres age cracked

both rear tyres age cracked

clutch pipe corroded

covers fitted under vehicle

exhaust system corroded

various surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 8 Apr 2022 242,007 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (wheel arch) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure bracket missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near brake master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner sill holded and corroded outside of presibed area

Offside Rear brake disc backing plate heavily corroded

both front tyres age cracked

both rear tyres age cracked

clutch pipe corroded

covers fitted under vehicle

exhaust system corroded

various surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 9 Mar 2017 240,994 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 239,179 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 239,179 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 223,829 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 205,920 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 190,251 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 175,094 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 157,571 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 157,534 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 138,055 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 138,000 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 118,040 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 92,929 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 92,929 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 60,801 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 30,244 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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SG54 UTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SG54 UTN, 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 SG54 UTN registered?

SG54 UTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 February 2005.

Is SG54 UTN safe to buy?

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