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M121 RDN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,647 mi
Last recorded171,647 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM121 RDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 171,647 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 198,297 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 198,297 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2024 194,783 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 194,783 miles

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 190,534 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 190,534 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 187,140 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 187,140 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 183,769 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 180,436 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 180,333 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 180,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 147,720 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 112,099 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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M121 RDN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 M121 RDN, 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.

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What year was M121 RDN registered?

M121 RDN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is M121 RDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M121 RDN shows 15 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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