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MT05 JKE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

123,027 mi
Last recorded123,027 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT05 JKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 123,027 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Apr 2025 121,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 118,228 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 113,656 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 110,000 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 105,010 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 101,180 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 101,180 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 96,900 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 92,590 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 87,176 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 81,229 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 75,451 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 70,814 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 67,603 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 63,353 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 60,824 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 55,247 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 54,725 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 39,760 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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MT05 JKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 MT05 JKE, 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 MT05 JKE registered?

MT05 JKE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is MT05 JKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT05 JKE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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