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MV05 WXD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,723 mi
Last recorded62,723 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 WXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 62,723 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 61,004 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly damaged rear joint starting to swell (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front seatbelt slightly damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2024 60,297 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2023 58,783 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 56,773 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 55,210 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 55,092 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 53,947 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 52,959 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 48,441 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 45,480 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted.

Pass 10 Mar 2015 42,710 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2014 39,955 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,085 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 32,928 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 29,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 26,218 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 20,777 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 17,636 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 WXD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 WXD, 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 WXD registered?

MV05 WXD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is MV05 WXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 WXD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MV05 WXD have outstanding finance?

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