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FP05 VVS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

145,855 mi
Last recorded145,855 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 VVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 145,855 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 134,534 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 123,533 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2023 121,881 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 116,674 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 112,129 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 107,901 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 104,539 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 101,134 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 97,963 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 94,065 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 90,611 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 85,464 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 81,226 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 76,634 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 72,759 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 May 2011 65,688 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 May 2010 57,676 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 May 2010 57,675 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 45,914 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 36,140 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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FP05 VVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 FP05 VVS, 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 FP05 VVS registered?

FP05 VVS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is FP05 VVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 VVS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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