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KV05 RXD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,591 mi
Last recorded133,591 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 RXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 133,591 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 133,591 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 129,173 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 129,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 126,784 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 121,446 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 115,589 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 110,505 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 110,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 107,874 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Aug 2019 105,212 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 105,209 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner brake pad close to warning wire

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

brake fluid slightly low

Pass 10 Aug 2018 101,476 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 98,212 miles

Front both lower ball joints boots perishing

Pass 15 Aug 2016 96,350 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 96,350 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 94,994 miles

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

battery clamp missing

drivers seat belt slow to retect

Pass 7 Aug 2015 94,994 miles

battery clamp missing

drivers seat belt slow to retect

Pass 11 Aug 2014 93,106 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Aug 2014 93,106 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2013 90,120 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 90,120 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 80,275 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 77,153 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 58,861 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 30 Mar 2009 49,821 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2008 41,370 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 RXD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RXD, 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 RXD registered?

KV05 RXD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is KV05 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV05 RXD shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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