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FV05 FDF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

62,122 mi
Last recorded62,122 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 FDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 62,122 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 50,178 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 50,178 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 38,823 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 34,203 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 31,132 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 26,916 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 23,876 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2019 22,028 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 20,096 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 17,710 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 14,273 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 11,848 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 10,471 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,849 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 7,738 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 2,742 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 2,382 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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FV05 FDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FV05 FDF, 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 FV05 FDF registered?

FV05 FDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is FV05 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 FDF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV05 FDF have outstanding finance?

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