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SO05 VVF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

282,869 mi
Last recorded282,869 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 VVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 282,869 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 282,869 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 282,235 miles

Front discs lipped

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 282,235 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front discs lipped

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 278,630 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 252,361 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 237,091 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust corrosion

Fail 20 Aug 2014 237,091 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exhaust corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2013 202,098 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 178,792 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 148,280 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 120,181 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 84,746 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 37,513 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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SO05 VVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SO05 VVF, 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 SO05 VVF registered?

SO05 VVF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is SO05 VVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 VVF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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