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HJ05 WZS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

126,581 mi
Last recorded126,581 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 WZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 126,581 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 118,834 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes. Both sides. (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system deteriorated

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 112,052 miles

Both headlamp aim projected beam images are poor

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 106,288 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear. Both. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most. Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2021 98,737 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 92,202 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 13 Sep 2019 84,619 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 84,608 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 73,111 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 71,943 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2017 71,943 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 71,308 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 71,308 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 70,585 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 70,573 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 65,858 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 61,628 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 60,580 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 58,462 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 51,412 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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HJ05 WZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HJ05 WZS, 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 HJ05 WZS registered?

HJ05 WZS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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The MOT history for HJ05 WZS shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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