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KX05 VWT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

87,892 mi
Last recorded87,892 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX05 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 87,892 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade judders (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface covered in over-spray (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive located in under bonnet inspection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 87,885 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.85 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade judders (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface covered in over-spray (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive located in under bonnet inspection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 84,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2024 84,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 81,851 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 78,741 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 75,891 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 75,869 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 72,551 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 67,611 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 64,020 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 58,723 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 58,271 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 51,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 46,233 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 46,233 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 42,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 42,728 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 38,445 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 35,068 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 31,550 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 28,196 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 24,808 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 20,896 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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KX05 VWT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 KX05 VWT, 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 KX05 VWT registered?

KX05 VWT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is KX05 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX05 VWT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KX05 VWT have outstanding finance?

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