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YH55 XWP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

224,015 mi
Last recorded224,015 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH55 XWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 224,015 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Nearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near a.b.s pump (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2023 223,572 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 222,280 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 219,432 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2019 215,833 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 215,833 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.8 reading 3.27 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary cap fitted, no positive seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both, european dip (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2012 153,527 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 144,048 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 144,048 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 135,060 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 122,205 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 122,205 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

o/side front mirror cracked.

Pass 4 Nov 2008 97,392 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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YH55 XWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YH55 XWP, 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 YH55 XWP registered?

YH55 XWP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 November 2005.

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