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HG05 ZRK

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

185,028 mi
Last recorded185,028 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 185,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 176,264 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 166,874 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 157,468 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 150,048 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 150,048 miles

Nearside Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 139,886 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 127,081 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018 127,081 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 110,940 miles

windscreen cracked ,n/s mirror damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2016 100,630 miles

n/s mirror cracked ,o/s/r shock leaking ,windscreen cracked

Pass 27 Oct 2015 89,175 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 67,761 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 52,300 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 47,898 miles

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

offside front anti roll bar securing coller broken

Pass 22 Aug 2011 43,967 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 39,407 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,472 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,414 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 ZRK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 ZRK, 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 ZRK registered?

HG05 ZRK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is HG05 ZRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 ZRK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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