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BLK 133S

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

88,044 mi
Last recorded88,044 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLK 133S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 88,044 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2024 88,044 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 87,964 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 87,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 87,891 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2018 87,887 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

Pass 15 May 2017 87,613 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 87,613 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 87,181 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 86,876 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 86,876 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 86,667 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 86,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 86,657 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 86,657 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 85,707 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 85,707 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 78,046 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 78,043 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 75,484 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 72,768 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 72,768 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BLK 133S is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BLK 133S, 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.

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What year was BLK 133S registered?

BLK 133S is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is BLK 133S safe to buy?

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