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KY05 EKN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,300 mi
Last recorded73,300 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 EKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 73,300 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 72,981 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 71,867 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front to rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight under-body surface rust.

Fail 13 Jun 2023 71,862 miles

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front lower engine mount excessively worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear lower engine mount excessively worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (Rear bush worn) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (Rear bush worn) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre excessively cracked/damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre excessively cracked/damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front and rear brake discs corroded

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 May 2022 71,536 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 70,899 miles

crack in ns lower screen

Pass 26 Jun 2009 97,579 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 93,178 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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KY05 EKN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KY05 EKN, 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 KY05 EKN registered?

KY05 EKN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is KY05 EKN safe to buy?

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