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KO05 PUR

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Purple Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

185,146 mi
Last recorded185,146 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO05 PUR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 185,146 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 185,146 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 168,170 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 168,170 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 152,606 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2023 152,606 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 139,052 miles

Offside sill corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2021 138,822 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 137,657 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 136,036 miles

both front antiroll bar link rods worn slightly

Fail 2 Sep 2019 136,036 miles

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

both front antiroll bar link rods worn slightly

Pass 4 Sep 2018 134,432 miles

Front pads getting low and disc worn

front antiroll bar link rods slightly worn

tyre valves cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2017 132,641 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 131,050 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 127,052 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 116,769 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 116,769 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 106,648 miles

Both rear shock absorbers damp

Pass 29 Aug 2012 95,514 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 80,549 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake fluid a bit low

o/s/f lower suspention arm, rear bush slightly deteriated

Pass 2 Aug 2011 80,549 miles

brake fluid a bit low

o/s/f lower suspention arm, rear bush slightly deteriated

Pass 1 Sep 2010 77,712 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 58,221 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 37,319 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 37,319 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KO05 PUR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Purple with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 KO05 PUR, 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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What year was KO05 PUR registered?

KO05 PUR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is KO05 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO05 PUR shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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