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MX05 OWW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,843 mi
Last recorded108,843 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 OWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 108,843 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear support bar corrosion

Pass 23 Oct 2024 107,034 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 102,994 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust silencers heavy corrosion

Pass 15 Jun 2022 98,186 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust silencers corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2022 98,172 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit see attached sheet (8.2.2.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated lever hitting center console box (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective rubber (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust silencers corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2021 94,413 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 94,413 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 87,316 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 83,134 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 78,787 miles

unable to operate parking brake correctly without hurting hands during operation due to centre console installation so close to lever

Fail 3 Jul 2018 78,756 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

unable to operate parking brake correctly without hurting hands during operation due to centre console installation so close to lever

Pass 27 Jun 2017 72,044 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 72,044 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 69,065 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 64,418 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 59,574 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 55,318 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 48,964 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 42,987 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 35,573 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 28,199 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 18,094 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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MX05 OWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MX05 OWW, 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 MX05 OWW registered?

MX05 OWW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is MX05 OWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 OWW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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