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HG05 PBO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

96,147 mi
Last recorded96,147 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 PBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 96,147 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 93,172 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 89,702 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 86,638 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 83,148 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 79,294 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 77,322 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 76,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 75,232 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 73,679 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 70,595 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 65,736 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 65,736 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 59,190 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 59,190 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 53,224 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 53,224 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 46,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 36,985 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 28,688 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 22,703 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 17,362 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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HG05 PBO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 PBO, 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 HG05 PBO registered?

HG05 PBO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is HG05 PBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 PBO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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