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YN55 USV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

121,284 mi
Last recorded121,284 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 USV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 121,284 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 119,745 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 108,213 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 98,462 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 98,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 86,373 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 82,332 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 78,924 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Nov 2013 70,288 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

bonnet safety catch bent and not working

Pass 14 Nov 2013 70,288 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

bonnet safety catch bent and not working

Pass 22 Nov 2012 62,989 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Nov 2011 55,050 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 48,289 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 48,289 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 36,054 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 26,099 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 25,544 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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 USV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 USV, 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 USV registered?

YN55 USV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is YN55 USV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN55 USV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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