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YJ55 MLF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

177,736 mi
Last recorded177,736 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 MLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 177,736 miles

Both exhaust silencers outer skins corroded

Pass 11 Dec 2024 173,361 miles

Both exhaust silencer outer skins corroded

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 168,542 miles

Auxiliary electric coolant pump slightly leaking

Both exhaust silencers outer skins corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 168,539 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Auxiliary electric coolant pump slightly leaking

Both exhaust silencers outer skins corroded

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Both rear coil spring lower rubber seats deteriorated

Pass 12 Dec 2022 162,877 miles

Exhaust centre & rear silencer outer skins corroded

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 155,906 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 148,478 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipes connected to ABS module (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 141,230 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 141,225 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle both (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 139,319 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 136,760 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 MLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MLF, 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 YJ55 MLF registered?

YJ55 MLF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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