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HG05 EXJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,540 mi
Last recorded135,540 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 EXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 135,540 miles

Nearside Front C.B damp

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension corrosion

Pass 9 May 2025 134,554 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 17 May 2024 133,400 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underside surface corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2024 133,375 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Underside surface corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 129,412 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 126,569 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 120,702 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 117,521 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 112,703 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 101,690 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 96,283 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 96,281 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 82,752 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 76,836 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 70,623 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 62,071 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 51,895 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 41,965 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 34,032 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Service brake of vehicle has only just met the required efficiency. brake reading 52%

offside rear pad wear warning wire broken and hanging down

offside wing mirror cracked but not obstructing veiw

Fail 6 Oct 2008 34,016 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear pad wear warning wire broken and hanging down

offside wing mirror cracked but not obstructing veiw

Pass 1 Oct 2007 23,447 miles

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

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

n/s no plate lens cracked

o/s/r lamp lens cracked NOT showing white light

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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HG05 EXJ 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 85.7%.

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 HG05 EXJ, 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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What year was HG05 EXJ registered?

HG05 EXJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is HG05 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 EXJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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