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MJ54 KFY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,429 mi
Last recorded69,429 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ54 KFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 69,429 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 68,417 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 68,273 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 68,273 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 67,306 miles

Rear exhaust box rusty

Pass 22 Feb 2019 63,903 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 53,754 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 53,754 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2017 47,705 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 38,204 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 30,882 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 25,679 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 25,679 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 19,080 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 27 Feb 2013 19,071 miles

battery insecure

Pass 30 Oct 2012 18,486 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 16,671 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 15,205 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 13,318 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 13,317 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 9,699 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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MJ54 KFY 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 81%.

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 MJ54 KFY, 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 MJ54 KFY registered?

MJ54 KFY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 February 2005.

Is MJ54 KFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ54 KFY shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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