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CF05 YFK

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

177,007 mi
Last recorded177,007 miles
Recorded on14 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF05 YFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 May 2026 177,007 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 177,004 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2025 171,575 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear under vehicle corrosion

Pass 4 Sep 2024 165,668 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tread slightly worn

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front (By top Mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre on 3mm and slightly worn outer tread.

Rear Under vehicle corrosion

Fail 3 Sep 2024 165,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tread slightly worn

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front (By top Mount) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre on 3mm and slightly worn outer tread.

Rear Under vehicle corrosion

Pass 26 Jul 2023 156,333 miles

Central Rear Upper break lamp not working

Offside Front Inner tyre tread edge worn bold

Oil leak, but not excessive From drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Back box heat shealed corroded

Fail 25 Jul 2023 156,333 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyer tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Upper break lamp not working

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner tyre tread edge worn bold

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Back box heat shealed corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2022 146,116 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 133,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

centre exhaust box corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 24 Aug 2021 133,295 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

centre exhaust box corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2020
Fail 19 Aug 2020

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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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CF05 YFK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 CF05 YFK, 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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CF05 YFK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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