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YX55 FSJ

2005 Volkswagen Minibus

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,920 mi
Last recorded81,920 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Minibus48,134 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 FSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 81,920 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 81,809 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 77,265 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 110,542 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 110,542 miles

Offside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 96,668 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 49,023 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 39,658 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 31,160 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 16,190 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 16,182 miles

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.12.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying the name of the supplying outlet (6.12.3a)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.12.3a)

only 10 seats fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Oct 2006 11,468 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 7,493 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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YX55 FSJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Minibus in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 48,134 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX55 FSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX55 FSJ registered?

YX55 FSJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is YX55 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX55 FSJ shows 14 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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