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K90 SWF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,227 mi
Last recorded138,227 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK90 SWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 138,227 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 136,058 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 122,121 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 107,844 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 92,310 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 81,040 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 74,788 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 74,783 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 66,209 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 58,095 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 51,179 miles

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

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

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 24 Aug 2015 38,040 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 29,565 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 29,565 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 24,829 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 24,829 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

passenger seat slightly loose

Pass 11 Sep 2012 22,625 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 20,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 17,535 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,036 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 10,378 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 10,378 miles

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

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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K90 SWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc 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 K90 SWF, 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 K90 SWF registered?

K90 SWF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is K90 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K90 SWF 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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