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DG05 MFV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

189,887 mi
Last recorded189,887 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 MFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 189,887 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2025 177,635 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 164,147 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 152,071 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 136,573 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 128,606 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 126,463 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Wishbone Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2020 126,463 miles

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front Wishbone Rear Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 122,403 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Front (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Exhaust Corroded

Nearside Front Play In Steering Rack Inner Joint

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 116,544 miles

Exhaust Corroded

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Front (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 110,107 miles

Both Rear Handbrake Cable Corroded

Exhaust Corroded

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both Front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 102,601 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 95,543 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 95,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 88,551 miles

centre and rear silencers corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2014 88,550 miles

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

centre and rear silencers corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2013 80,691 miles

rear silencer box corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2012 70,442 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 70,441 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 61,486 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 51,137 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 43,763 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 43,763 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 34,194 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 34,194 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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DG05 MFV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 DG05 MFV, 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 DG05 MFV registered?

DG05 MFV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is DG05 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 MFV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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