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MV05 EJJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,768 mi
Last recorded49,768 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 EJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 49,768 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 49,732 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 49,442 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 48,801 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 47,255 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 45,609 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 45,016 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 42,345 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 40,848 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 38,090 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 36,535 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 33,808 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,474 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 27,155 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 24,448 miles

engine and floor covers fitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 20,700 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 17,477 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,859 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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MV05 EJJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV05 EJJ, 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 MV05 EJJ registered?

MV05 EJJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is MV05 EJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 EJJ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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