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SM55 NFJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

179,910 mi
Last recorded179,910 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 NFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 179,910 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Nov 2022 178,171 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

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

Fail 15 Nov 2022 178,158 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

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

Pass 14 Dec 2021 176,708 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 173,942 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 169,041 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 163,329 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 159,094 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 154,088 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 148,837 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 141,768 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 141,768 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 108,401 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 129,197 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 122,467 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 114,401 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 107,861 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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SM55 NFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SM55 NFJ, 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 SM55 NFJ registered?

SM55 NFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is SM55 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 NFJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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