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KB03 JEF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

278,246 mi
Last recorded278,246 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB03 JEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 278,246 miles

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

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

under body trays fitted not allowing full inspection

underbody seal applied

Pass 23 Jul 2025 273,492 miles

under body trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 21 Jul 2025 273,487 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose n/s front seat loose seat belt stalk attached (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s rear shocker mounting top bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under body trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Jul 2024 270,659 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 270,621 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at nsr shock absorber top mounting area, area corroded and mounting insecure (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at osr shock absorber top mounting area, area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust mounting defective rearmost monting adrift at chassis (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear corrosion at osr chassis leg - at rearmost exhaust mount area

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 260,213 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 250,266 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 237,953 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 224,816 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2020 224,810 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Through to Braiding (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 213,825 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 212,484 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 211,091 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 206,709 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 201,044 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 196,134 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 190,145 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 182,525 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 174,866 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 167,653 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 157,276 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 116,982 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 116,980 miles

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

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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KB03 JEF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KB03 JEF, 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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KB03 JEF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 March 2005.

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