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T55 DVH

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

175,408 mi
Last recorded175,408 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT55 DVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 175,408 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 175,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 168,620 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 161,343 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 154,152 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 144,621 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 134,138 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 122,738 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 114,719 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2014 106,321 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 100,157 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 93,242 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 93,242 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 87,054 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 15,996 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 39,337 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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T55 DVH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T55 DVH, 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 T55 DVH registered?

T55 DVH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is T55 DVH safe to buy?

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