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SW54 GVJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

197,821 mi
Last recorded197,821 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW54 GVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 197,821 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all exhaust slightly corroded

all prescribed areas slightly corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2018 197,819 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all exhaust slightly corroded

all prescribed areas slightly corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2017 191,821 miles

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

exhaust slightly corroded

under body slightly rusty cover fitted

vehicle slightly smoky

Pass 4 Apr 2017 187,558 miles

Hand brake cables corroded and frayed

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Exhaust center box outer skin corroded

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 187,558 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Hand brake cables corroded and frayed

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Exhaust center box outer skin corroded

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 181,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Hand brake needs adjustment

Oil leak

Fail 21 Mar 2016 181,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Hand brake needs adjustment

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 170,485 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 170,485 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 164,024 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Feb 2013 157,715 miles

osr tyre slight cut on outer wall not reaching ply or cords

Pass 27 Feb 2012 150,579 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 138,361 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 138,359 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 129,303 miles

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

engine oil low

Fail 25 Feb 2010 129,294 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

engine oil low

Pass 23 Feb 2009 114,224 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 114,219 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

advise brake pad warning lamp staying

Pass 4 Feb 2008 91,638 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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SW54 GVJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 SW54 GVJ, 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 SW54 GVJ registered?

SW54 GVJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 February 2005.

Is SW54 GVJ safe to buy?

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