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KV05 RVM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

184,293 mi
Last recorded184,293 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 RVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 184,293 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2024 171,164 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 162,420 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 159,106 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 159,106 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 23 Sep 2020 157,971 miles

brake pad warning light on, but all brake pads in good condition

Pass 5 Sep 2019 152,469 miles

past evidence of tyres fouling arches

Pass 11 Sep 2018 149,936 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 149,929 miles

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

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 149,673 miles

nearside front tyre outer side wall cut, but not to cords/ply

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 16 Nov 2017 149,673 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

nearside front tyre outer side wall cut, but not to cords/ply

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2016 149,169 miles

nearside front tyre outer side wall cut, but not to cords/ply

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2016 149,169 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front tyre outer side wall cut, but not to cords/ply

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2015 145,094 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 143,151 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both reg bulbs slightly dull

Fail 23 Sep 2014 143,151 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyre inner edges worn

both rear tyre inner edges worn

both reg bulbs slightly dull

Pass 30 Aug 2013 139,315 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 131,069 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 127,070 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 126,976 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 115,018 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 115,018 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 113,212 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 87,609 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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KV05 RVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 KV05 RVM, 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 KV05 RVM registered?

KV05 RVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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