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FM05 EDP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 EDP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 20 Mar 2018

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 245,230 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 242,839 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 223,111 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 224,358 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 218,930 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

battery insecure

Fail 14 Sep 2012 218,930 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

battery insecure

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2011 215,244 miles

side loading door sill damaged preventing door from being opened

windscreen has areas of damage in and outside swept area

Fail 26 Jul 2011 215,244 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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)

side loading door sill damaged preventing door from being opened

windscreen has areas of damage in and outside swept area

Pass 9 Jul 2010 183,818 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion on rear silencer

movement in both front lower arm inner bushes

petrol flap slightly insecure

wipers smearing screen slightly

Fail 9 Jul 2010 183,818 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion on rear silencer

movement in both front lower arm inner bushes

petrol flap slightly insecure

wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 13 Jul 2009 151,839 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall damaged slightly

nearside rear tyre worn to legal limit

offside front tyre sidewall damaged slightly

Pass 27 Jun 2008 112,067 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 112,067 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FM05 EDP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM05 EDP, 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 FM05 EDP registered?

FM05 EDP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is FM05 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 EDP shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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