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MF05 TXV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

97,137 mi
Last recorded97,137 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 TXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 97,137 miles

Both front lower wishbone bushes slightly detieoreated

Both nearside tyres perished

Both rear coil springs slightly corroded (strong advise)

Pass 30 Jul 2025 97,005 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 97,005 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 96,591 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 96,591 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 95,999 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

front brake hoses starting to perish

handbrake performance slightly low

Pass 7 Jul 2022 95,841 miles

front brake hoses starting to perish

Pass 28 Jul 2021 95,423 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 93,910 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2020 93,907 miles

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

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2019 92,352 miles

Offside mirror glass smaller than original

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2018 89,858 miles

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2017 88,253 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 87,101 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 87,101 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 86,970 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2014
Fail 17 Dec 2014

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 95,047 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 69,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 69,977 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 64,093 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 58,134 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 50,282 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 28,398 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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MF05 TXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MF05 TXV, 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 MF05 TXV registered?

MF05 TXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is MF05 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 TXV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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