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YM54 BDV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

116,304 mi
Last recorded116,304 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM54 BDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2022 116,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 116,301 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 113,817 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 110,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 107,105 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 102,430 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 96,871 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 91,050 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 85,047 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 77,167 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 70,184 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 62,493 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 52,980 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 45,234 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 36,056 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 28,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Dec 2007 28,124 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front anti roll bar locating collars cracked

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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YM54 BDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YM54 BDV, 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 YM54 BDV registered?

YM54 BDV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 January 2005.

Is YM54 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM54 BDV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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