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KY05 EVM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,720 mi
Last recorded139,720 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY05 EVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 139,720 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust center and rear box deteriorating

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion on underside

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

under trays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2024 135,015 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 130,673 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 125,772 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 121,718 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 117,365 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 109,543 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 109,525 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 101,671 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 93,359 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 82,658 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,303 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 65,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 62,177 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 61,115 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 61,115 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 55,527 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 47,755 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 38,187 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 38,187 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 29,314 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 EVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc 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 KY05 EVM, 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 EVM registered?

KY05 EVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is KY05 EVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY05 EVM 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.

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