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KP05 XVR

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

261,943 mi
Last recorded261,943 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP05 XVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 261,943 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 261,902 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2017 257,402 miles

Rear silencer heavily corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2016 252,028 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 246,620 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 235,240 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 218,376 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 205,695 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 205,695 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2011 201,565 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

o/s/r tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 15 Aug 2011 201,565 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

o/s/r tyre has slight damage to sidewall

Pass 6 Aug 2010 193,289 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 173,937 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 132,443 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 69,281 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 13,194 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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KP05 XVR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KP05 XVR, 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 KP05 XVR registered?

KP05 XVR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is KP05 XVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP05 XVR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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