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BX05 RZU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,900 mi
Last recorded40,900 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 RZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 40,900 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2025 37,010 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 36,511 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 36,403 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 35,792 miles

Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 35,527 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 35,367 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 34,095 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 31,655 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 29,421 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 29,421 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 27,231 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 27,231 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 25,523 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Feb 2014 23,301 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 12 Feb 2013 20,630 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 19,838 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 19,838 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 17,830 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 15,051 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 11,252 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 9,682 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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BX05 RZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BX05 RZU, 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 BX05 RZU registered?

BX05 RZU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is BX05 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 RZU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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