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KV05 RWZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,782 mi
Last recorded150,782 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 RWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 150,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded at rear of fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 148,758 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 146,619 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 143,659 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 141,789 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 140,211 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 137,770 miles

Nearside Front 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 Front steering arm slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 135,178 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 131,979 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 124,515 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 110,564 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 98,191 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 86,733 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 86,733 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 75,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 68,262 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 58,969 miles

o/s/r indicator lens is broken and repaired with tape

Fail 12 May 2010 58,969 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r indicator lens is broken and repaired with tape

Pass 19 May 2009 48,452 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 45,339 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 45,339 miles

Offside 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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KV05 RWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RWZ, 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

How do I check the history of KV05 RWZ?

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What year was KV05 RWZ registered?

KV05 RWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is KV05 RWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 RWZ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV05 RWZ have outstanding finance?

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