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YN55 XAO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,280 mi
Last recorded147,280 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 XAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 147,280 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

brake pad warning light on dash

Pass 21 May 2025 137,288 miles

brake pad waring light on dash

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 19 May 2025 137,283 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Body mounting fixings insecure lower side step (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

brake pad warning lamp illuminated ( wiring broken ? )

Pass 20 May 2024 129,676 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covers fitted to underside of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 128,543 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 118,427 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 109,003 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 103,029 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 103,029 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and inner side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 91,535 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 91,535 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 79,936 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 74,074 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2015 71,525 miles

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2014 67,320 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 61,481 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 61,481 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,341 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 55,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

engine management light does not function

o/s/f trye deteriorating

service due in 600 miles

Pass 14 Nov 2011 48,290 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 41,018 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,834 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 28,068 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2008 28,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 XAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XAO, 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 XAO registered?

YN55 XAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is YN55 XAO safe to buy?

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