MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
224,015 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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))
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
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.
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is YH55 XWP safe to buy?
The MOT history for YH55 XWP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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