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MNU 657

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

77,626 mi
Last recorded77,626 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNU 657
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 77,626 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 76,158 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 75,266 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 74,313 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 72,352 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 70,726 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 69,731 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 65,881 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 62,878 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 58,713 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 53,950 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 53,950 miles

Horn emits two or more alternating tones (1.6.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Apr 2014 49,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,072 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 39,896 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 35,499 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 32,448 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 28,686 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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MNU 657 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MNU 657, 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 MNU 657 registered?

MNU 657 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is MNU 657 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNU 657 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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