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SP55 AWF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

130,445 mi
Last recorded130,445 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 AWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2021 130,445 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 125,073 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

exhaust centre box outer skin loose

Pass 22 Jan 2019 120,475 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal pipe to hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 110,773 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 101,401 miles

vehicle produces a lot of smoke when revved

Fail 10 Nov 2016 101,401 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

vehicle produces a lot of smoke when revved

Pass 6 Oct 2015 93,046 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 92,857 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 81,634 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 81,634 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 71,949 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2012 65,101 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 52,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 52,970 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 48,861 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 38,660 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 38,660 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,700 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SP55 AWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,461cc 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 SP55 AWF, 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 SP55 AWF registered?

SP55 AWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is SP55 AWF safe to buy?

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