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MX05 VKZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,573 mi
Last recorded39,573 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 39,573 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 39,294 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 38,406 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 38,207 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 36,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 32,560 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 32,560 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 32,212 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 32,190 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 31,569 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 29,547 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 28,385 miles

slight cracking to outer sidewall on offside front tyre

Pass 29 Sep 2016 26,999 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 25,517 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 24,067 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 22,572 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 20,009 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,089 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 15,796 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 15,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

front & rear nearside marker lamps inoperative

Pass 5 Mar 2010 14,363 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,492 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 6,989 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 6,989 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 VKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VKZ, 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 VKZ registered?

MX05 VKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is MX05 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 VKZ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX05 VKZ have outstanding finance?

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