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KS54 CYG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

220,841 mi
Last recorded220,841 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS54 CYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 220,841 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2024 218,436 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 207,503 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))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 195,150 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 184,829 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 176,325 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 163,523 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 153,464 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/S AND N/S FRONT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 133,645 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 133,637 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1. O/S AND N/S REAR FROM FLEX FORWARD (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm O/S AND N/S FRONT (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded 1 . O/S REAR FROM FLEX FORWARD. 2. N/S REAR FROM FLEX FORWARD (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 116,361 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 103,226 miles

exhaust starting to corroded

wear in front & rear brake discs

Pass 25 Jul 2014 96,996 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 91,131 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 77,514 miles

nsf seat belt fraying

rear brake pads worn

Fail 16 Feb 2012 77,514 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nsf seat belt fraying

rear brake pads worn

Pass 21 Feb 2011 68,327 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 68,317 miles

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

plastic covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2010 58,857 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 58,813 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

nsf seat belt fraying

Pass 25 Feb 2009 49,706 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 37,273 miles

nsf seat belt fraying

osf tyre close to legal limit

plastic covers fitted

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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KS54 CYG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc 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 KS54 CYG, 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 KS54 CYG registered?

KS54 CYG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is KS54 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS54 CYG 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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