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BV05 WJO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

235,048 mi
Last recorded235,048 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 WJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 235,048 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 226,851 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 211,605 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 211,605 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2014 211,444 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 3 Sep 2014 211,440 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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 20 Mar 2013 188,451 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 143,915 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 108,448 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 77,910 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 60,107 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake pad warning light on

Pass 19 Apr 2007 52,975 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 52,383 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 50,077 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 30,976 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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BV05 WJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV05 WJO, 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 BV05 WJO registered?

BV05 WJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is BV05 WJO safe to buy?

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