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VW55 SEA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

70,603 mi
Last recorded70,603 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW55 SEA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 70,603 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 68,150 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 65,755 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 63,553 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 60,957 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 60,385 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 58,237 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 56,415 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,942 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 53,939 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 52,357 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 48,904 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 45,960 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 43,412 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 39,486 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 36,815 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,119 miles

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,795 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 23,382 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 19,342 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 SEA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SEA, 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 VW55 SEA?

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What year was VW55 SEA registered?

VW55 SEA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is VW55 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW55 SEA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VW55 SEA have outstanding finance?

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