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KG05 YLJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

144,579 mi
Last recorded144,579 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 YLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 144,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 141,791 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 137,372 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 131,407 miles

Rear Outer exhaust box skin deteriorated/split but not holed

Pass 21 Oct 2021 126,890 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 123,216 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

middle and rear exhaust starting to deteriorate

Pass 2 May 2019 118,071 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Can't see seatbelt anchor points, but appear secure and solid

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 115,499 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 110,895 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 110,895 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 107,545 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2015 102,512 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 96,242 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 93,419 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 86,708 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 80,996 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 77,825 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 70,617 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 64,438 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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KG05 YLJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KG05 YLJ, 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

How do I check the history of KG05 YLJ?

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What year was KG05 YLJ registered?

KG05 YLJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is KG05 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 YLJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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