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MT05 JJE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

133,269 mi
Last recorded133,269 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 JJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 133,269 miles

advanced corrosion to exhaust in places

corrosion to suspension components & subframes

front anti-roll bas bushes worn

os rear view mirror taped on

osr tyre worn on edges

rear brake discs corroded & brake pads appear low

steel wheels fitted to front & different size to rear

undertrays fitted covering brake pipes ect

Fail 15 Jun 2017 133,267 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. spare fitted (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advanced corrosion to exhaust in places

battery light on

corrosion to suspension components & subframes

front anti-roll bar d bushes worn

os rear view mirror taped on

osf tyre wearing low esp on edges

rear brake discs corroded & pads look low

undertrays fitted covering brake pipes ect

Pass 11 Jan 2016 128,959 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

front windscreen damaged but not affecting the drivers view of the road

Fail 11 Jan 2016 128,959 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

front windscreen damaged but not affecting the drivers view of the road

Pass 23 Jan 2015 107,073 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 10 Jan 2014 98,852 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 86,067 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 68,261 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 68,261 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 54,562 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 54,562 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 33,889 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 27,909 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 27,909 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MT05 JJE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MT05 JJE, 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.

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MT05 JJE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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