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VW55 AMH

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

151,125 mi
Last recorded151,125 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW55 AMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 151,125 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust silencer in poor condition

Fail 27 Jul 2026 151,054 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 28 Jul 2025 150,216 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

exhaust silencer box corroded ( outer skin )

various covers fitted restricting view to some testable items

Pass 24 Jul 2024 150,029 miles

Offside Front fog light not working.

Rear Center box skin deteriorated.

under Tray fitted so unable to inspect some items.

Fail 22 Jul 2024 150,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front fog light not working.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Center box skin deteriorated.

under Tray fitted so unable to inspect some items.

Pass 28 Jul 2023 149,264 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front - rear / offside past service standards (1.1.11 (c))

Central exhaust silencer corroded--delaminating

Offside Front driveshaft bearing housing bolt missing / driveshaft secure at time of test

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear lower outer bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

handbrake no locking on roller brake test

Pass 2 Aug 2022 149,023 miles

Central exhaust silencer corroded--delaminating

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside number plate light dim

Pass 6 Aug 2021 148,390 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 146,211 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 142,264 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 139,375 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 133,132 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 132,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 123,134 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2016 122,901 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2015 116,254 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 113,461 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 99,735 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 87,791 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 75,201 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 75,201 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 59,162 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 46,450 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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VW55 AMH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 VW55 AMH, 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 VW55 AMH registered?

VW55 AMH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 October 2005.

Is VW55 AMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW55 AMH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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