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KU05 XHB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

200,429 mi
Last recorded200,429 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU05 XHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 200,429 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 198,884 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 197,734 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 196,096 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 193,778 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 191,918 miles

Exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 31 May 2019 187,185 miles

coolant leak

engine oil leak

exhaust system corroded

front brake pads and discs getting low

front tyres worn or both edges

offside outer sill corroding

rear tyres inner edges wearing

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 29 May 2018 180,771 miles

front brake pads and discs wearing

middle and rear exhaust sections corroded

Pass 29 May 2017 177,068 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 173,449 miles

exhaust very rusty

rear pads very low

Pass 21 Dec 2015 158,491 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 145,600 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2014 145,600 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 138,720 miles

exhaust starting to deteriorate

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 Apr 2013 120,140 miles

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

no seats fitted in rear at time of test

offside undertray broken/damaged

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Fail 6 Apr 2013 120,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

no seats fitted in rear at time of test

offside undertray broken/damaged

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 27 Mar 2012 111,370 miles

Center exhaust silencer is deteriorating.

Coolant on min level.

Drivers seat up and down adjuster is loose but not insecure.

Front brake discs are slightly worn.

Off side under tray is broken.

Oil leak

Oil on min level.

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear brake discs are slightly worn.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 106,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 93,243 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 93,213 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 71,532 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

plastic sheilds under floor broken o/s & n/s/f

Pass 20 Feb 2008 50,258 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 50,258 miles

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

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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KU05 XHB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,896cc 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 KU05 XHB, 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 KU05 XHB registered?

KU05 XHB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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