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SV55 VZD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,935 mi
Last recorded120,935 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2008
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 VZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2008 120,935 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 91,842 miles

Both rear inner brake pads very near wear limit

Fail 4 Oct 2006 45,906 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 45,906 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 42,068 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 42,068 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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SV55 VZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV55 VZD, 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 SV55 VZD?

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What year was SV55 VZD registered?

SV55 VZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is SV55 VZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 VZD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV55 VZD have outstanding finance?

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