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BG05 OFX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

108,272 mi
Last recorded108,272 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 108,272 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 100,410 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 100,235 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 81,148 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 84,554 miles

near side front lower swivel joint boot split

near side front tyre inner shoulder bald

off side front tyre inner edge completely bald and cracking

Pass 2 Apr 2016 82,027 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 80,166 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 77,943 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 77,128 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 75,347 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 57,998 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 137,986 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 13 Sep 2010 137,986 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 117,252 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 117,241 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 95,982 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 95,982 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 89,916 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 71,394 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 48,150 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 23,761 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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BG05 OFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 BG05 OFX, 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 BG05 OFX registered?

BG05 OFX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is BG05 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 OFX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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