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T555 CHC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

140,572 mi
Last recorded140,572 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT555 CHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 140,572 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes worn on anti roll bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 137,328 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 133,801 miles

Exhaust centre box outer casing corroded / split

Pass 25 Feb 2023 130,566 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 127,711 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 125,361 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 123,301 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 118,410 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 114,035 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 110,424 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 107,091 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 103,878 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Mar 2014 96,790 miles

corrosion developing on rear exhaust section

Fail 20 Mar 2014 96,746 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

corrosion developing on rear exhaust section

Pass 20 Mar 2013 91,208 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 86,058 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 79,470 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 71,890 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 71,890 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 59,273 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 45,398 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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T555 CHC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 T555 CHC, 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

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What year was T555 CHC registered?

T555 CHC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is T555 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T555 CHC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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