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XOU 214T

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

8,910 mi
Last recorded8,910 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOU 214T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 8,910 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 8,891 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 8,055 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 7,782 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 6,997 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 6,035 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 5,088 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 3,394 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 3,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 2,436 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 831 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 813 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 98,767 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 97,991 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 97,991 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 96,351 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 92,390 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 92,390 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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XOU 214T is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 XOU 214T, 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 XOU 214T registered?

XOU 214T is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is XOU 214T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XOU 214T shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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