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JIL 494

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

131,302 mi
Last recorded131,302 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 494
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 131,302 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2026 131,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 129,370 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

rear rock and roll bed deployed in bed position

Fail 10 Apr 2025 129,364 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake pad warning light on dashboard. nearside front pad warning cable disabled.

exhaust system deteriorated

rear rock and roll bed deployed in bed position

Pass 17 Apr 2024 127,687 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 120,487 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 117,023 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 111,997 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 108,530 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 102,211 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 96,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 92,875 miles

under trays ftd

Pass 22 Apr 2016 90,541 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 84,126 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 81,063 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 81,063 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 77,300 miles

ns number plate faded.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 70,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 64,077 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 55,001 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2009 46,413 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 37,290 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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JIL 494 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver 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 JIL 494, 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 JIL 494 registered?

JIL 494 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is JIL 494 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIL 494 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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