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MA05 FZJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

209,736 mi
Last recorded209,736 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 FZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 209,736 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 201,803 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 187,203 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 180,012 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 173,326 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 166,993 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 159,276 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 152,053 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 140,177 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 130,424 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 118,416 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 110,495 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 106,958 miles

offside front wheel bearing noisey

Pass 14 Feb 2013 104,150 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 102,380 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 102,380 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 98,903 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 95,578 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 83,068 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 55,520 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 55,520 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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MA05 FZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MA05 FZJ, 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 MA05 FZJ registered?

MA05 FZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is MA05 FZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA05 FZJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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