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BU52 LOW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

137,857 mi
Last recorded137,857 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 LOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 137,857 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 137,857 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 135,600 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 133,173 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 131,637 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 129,862 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 127,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 126,353 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 123,936 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 120,326 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 116,995 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2017 116,995 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 111,314 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 106,031 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 101,168 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 91,132 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 80,976 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 71,354 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2011 71,259 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 51,902 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2009 48,577 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 48,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 39,409 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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BU52 LOW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BU52 LOW, 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 BU52 LOW?

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What year was BU52 LOW registered?

BU52 LOW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is BU52 LOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU52 LOW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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