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BG05 OFY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

210,380 mi
Last recorded210,380 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 OFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 210,380 miles

covers fitted at time of test unable to facilitate full inspection

exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 21 Mar 2025 210,360 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

covers fitted at time of test unable to facilitate full inspection

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2024 204,542 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 193,943 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 193,943 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 186,488 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 178,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 178,442 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 172,446 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 165,596 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODING

Fail 23 Mar 2018 165,596 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODING

Pass 27 Mar 2017 160,315 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 160,315 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 153,617 miles

Nearside Rear SHOCKER HAS SLIGHT WEEP

Pass 24 Mar 2015 146,690 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 140,998 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 133,196 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 126,915 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 117,324 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)

Fail 4 Mar 2011 117,324 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 108,211 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 96,769 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 96,769 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BG05 OFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BG05 OFY, 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 OFY registered?

BG05 OFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is BG05 OFY safe to buy?

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