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SP55 BKX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

70,275 mi
Last recorded70,275 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 BKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 70,275 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 69,869 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 69,447 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 68,989 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 68,019 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 67,089 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 66,277 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 64,933 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 63,476 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 62,692 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 57,991 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 55,494 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2014 55,492 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 51,450 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 49,576 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 49,574 miles

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 42,747 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2012 42,745 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 38,806 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 34,042 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 27,015 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 20,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 20,746 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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SP55 BKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,461cc 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 SP55 BKX, 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

How do I check the history of SP55 BKX?

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What year was SP55 BKX registered?

SP55 BKX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 October 2005.

Is SP55 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP55 BKX 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.

Does SP55 BKX have outstanding finance?

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