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JM 77

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,378 mi
Last recorded142,378 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJM 77
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 142,378 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm just passed (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 137,389 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded/ slightly scored. Advise change at next brake pad change. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 131,718 miles

rear bk discs corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2024 131,718 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

nearside front and both rear corroded

rear bk discs corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2023 128,891 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 122,710 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 119,757 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

f/n/s tyre perishing

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Jun 2020 118,121 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 116,273 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 May 2017 113,603 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 110,787 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 106,209 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 106,206 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 102,022 miles

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

slight damage to centre rear seat belt catch

Fail 13 May 2014 102,022 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight damage to centre rear seat belt catch

Pass 13 May 2013 95,646 miles

both rear tyres on limit due for replacement

Pass 8 May 2012 87,956 miles

slight difference in increase and decrease on rear brakes

Pass 9 May 2011 77,660 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 67,165 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2009 58,867 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 58,867 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 12 May 2008 49,234 miles

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

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

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

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

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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JM 77 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JM 77, 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 JM 77 registered?

JM 77 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is JM 77 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JM 77 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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