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B3 CJT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

227,037 mi
Last recorded227,037 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 CJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 227,037 miles

Corrosion on silencer.

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

Pass 18 Jul 2024 225,481 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/s front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion on middle silencer.

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2013 140,925 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 125,269 miles

coolant level low

Pass 23 Nov 2011 113,585 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 113,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 95,483 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 78,547 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 62,810 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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B3 CJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B3 CJT, 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 B3 CJT registered?

B3 CJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is B3 CJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 CJT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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