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YN55 UTX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,334 mi
Last recorded46,334 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 UTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 46,334 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 44,491 miles

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

Rear rear silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2023 42,605 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 40,471 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 38,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 38,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 37,089 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 35,088 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 32,462 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 30,205 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 28,386 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 25,056 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 25,056 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,897 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 20,513 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Oct 2013 20,513 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 30 Oct 2012 16,938 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 15,764 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)

n/s/r tyre has a cut on side wall no cords are exposed

Pass 26 Oct 2010 14,509 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 13,086 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 10,438 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

unable to check seat belt / straps for wheel chair passenger

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 UTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc 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 UTX, 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

How do I check the history of YN55 UTX?

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What year was YN55 UTX registered?

YN55 UTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is YN55 UTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN55 UTX 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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