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BN05 VXC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

274,043 mi
Last recorded274,043 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 274,043 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 269,719 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 265,793 miles

Front brake dragging at o/s

Play in front inner anti roll bar bushes

Rear tyre at n/s approaching wear bars

Pass 13 Aug 2022 261,496 miles

Rear shockers becoming soft

Slight play in front anti roll bar links

Pass 6 Sep 2021 256,617 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 256,605 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 251,572 miles

EGR pipe missing

Front suspension arms rear bushes starting to split

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

Rear tyre at n/s wearing on outer edge

Rear tyre at o/s approaching wear bars

Fail 8 Sep 2020 251,572 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

EGR pipe missing

Front suspension arms rear bushes starting to split

Rear tyre at n/s wearing on outer edge

Rear tyre at o/s approaching wear bars

Pass 7 Sep 2019 249,543 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 244,166 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 236,887 miles

bonnet secondary catch siezed

Fail 1 Sep 2017 236,887 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

bonnet secondary catch siezed

Pass 6 Sep 2016 222,203 miles

Offside Rear cracks on inner wall

Fail 29 Jul 2015 189,923 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Shockers damp/worn

Rear tyre treads splitting/deterioted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 189,923 miles

Rear Shockers damp/worn

Rear tyre treads splitting/deterioted

Pass 3 Apr 2014 139,386 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 139,386 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 123,535 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2013 123,535 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 117,866 miles

air bag light on

Pass 26 Mar 2011 99,741 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 99,741 miles

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 86,049 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 86,049 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 56,926 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 56,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

indicator don canel

Pass 25 Mar 2008 54,266 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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BN05 VXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BN05 VXC, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 VXC?

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What year was BN05 VXC registered?

BN05 VXC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is BN05 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 VXC shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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