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MA05 FZP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,344 mi
Last recorded94,344 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 FZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 94,344 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine mount slightly worn

Pass 2 Apr 2025 76,083 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 67,116 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 52,515 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 45,993 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 45,329 miles

Tested in a wet condition

Pass 11 Apr 2019 43,638 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 38,755 miles

tested in a wet condition

Pass 13 Aug 2016 37,067 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 34,727 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre is starting to perish

Pass 12 Jul 2014 32,464 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 30,940 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 27,078 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 25,236 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 22,932 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 14,596 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 13,315 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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MA05 FZP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FZP, 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 FZP registered?

MA05 FZP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is MA05 FZP safe to buy?

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