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YN55 KYX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,466 mi
Last recorded40,466 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 KYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,466 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 37,558 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 37,557 miles

Braking system leaking servo vacuum pipe split (1.1.3 (d))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2024 33,833 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2024 33,833 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 30,991 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 29,343 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,329 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Jun 2020 25,927 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2020 25,927 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f , n/s/r , and o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 22,625 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened With pitting/corrosion to face(s)-Face(s) encroached (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened With pitting/corrosion to face(s)-Face(s) encroached (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s/f tyre-With worn/wearing tread(s) to inner

Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,699 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 16,419 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 14,483 miles

Brake vacuum pipe slightly chafed pipe splitting (3.6.C.1b)

Rear rear seat belts must not be obstructed under seat impeding operation.

Pass 23 Apr 2015 12,445 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 11,322 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 9,783 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 8,488 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,353 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 4,258 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 751 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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YN55 KYX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YN55 KYX, 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 YN55 KYX registered?

YN55 KYX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is YN55 KYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN55 KYX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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