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K26 JKC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

107,814 mi
Last recorded107,814 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK26 JKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 107,814 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 106,033 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 104,333 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 102,472 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 100,973 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2020 99,157 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 97,743 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 93,423 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 93,423 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 87,454 miles

centre to rear exhaust corroaded

Pass 31 Aug 2016 82,775 miles

Centre Rear exhaust corroded

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 2 Sep 2015 77,350 miles

Centre Rear exhaust slightly corroded

all tyres perishing on edges

slight play in both steering arms

Pass 26 Aug 2014 72,209 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 68,046 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 63,519 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 55,576 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 53,439 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 53,439 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 44,639 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 38,289 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 38,289 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 30,785 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 27,139 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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K26 JKC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K26 JKC, 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 K26 JKC registered?

K26 JKC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is K26 JKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K26 JKC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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