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YJ55 DHK

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

91,564 mi
Last recorded91,564 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 DHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 91,564 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 83,982 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 75,893 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 67,987 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 61,820 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 58,332 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 55,808 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs slightly corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner driveshaft spline joint worn

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 53,883 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 50,524 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 47,770 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 47,770 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 43,089 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,211 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 33,695 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 30,414 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 26,292 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 22,214 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,366 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,141 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 8,259 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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YJ55 DHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 1,896cc 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 YJ55 DHK, 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 YJ55 DHK registered?

YJ55 DHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is YJ55 DHK safe to buy?

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