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NX05 BMZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2459cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

65,645 mi
Last recorded65,645 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX05 BMZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,459cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 65,645 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 64,923 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 60,021 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 55,371 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 55,354 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 49,120 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 48,649 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 47,913 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 42,690 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 37,776 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 36,884 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both deteriorated (2.7.4)

brake pad warning lamp is on

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2015 36,665 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

vehicle has engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2015 36,665 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

vehicle has engine bay covers and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2014 36,497 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Fail 9 Sep 2014 36,494 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pad warning lamp illuminated

Pass 15 Aug 2013 34,617 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 34,617 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2012 30,306 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 30,306 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 29,750 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 26,831 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 3 Feb 2010 23,502 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 23,502 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2009 21,275 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 19,611 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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NX05 BMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,459cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 NX05 BMZ, 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.

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What year was NX05 BMZ registered?

NX05 BMZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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