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SO55 XEC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

131,902 mi
Last recorded131,902 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO55 XEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 131,902 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 129,690 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 129,690 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 125,403 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 122,545 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 120,319 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 117,591 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 117,591 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 114,513 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 110,492 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 110,490 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 106,426 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2017 102,899 miles

Exhaust system deterioated

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam mask (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam mask (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2017 102,892 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust system deterioated

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam mask (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam mask (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 98,085 miles

Brake pipescorroded

Exhaust corroded

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (rear bush) (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Headlight deflectors fitted

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2014 92,933 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes corroded

exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Dec 2013 87,571 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust corroded

power steering pipe rusty

Fail 11 Dec 2012 78,344 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 78,344 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 69,883 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 62,161 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 45,169 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 29,279 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SO55 XEC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SO55 XEC, 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.

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What year was SO55 XEC registered?

SO55 XEC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is SO55 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO55 XEC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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