CarVerify

Free Car Check

OV55 ZVM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

195,879 mi
Last recorded195,879 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 ZVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 195,879 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 193,257 miles

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

both wing mirrors damaged

nearside rear light lense damaged

Fail 25 Mar 2025 193,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

both wing mirrors damaged

nearside rear light lense damaged

Pass 27 Mar 2024 191,034 miles

Offside side mirror glass cracked

front number plate cracked

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked

Fail 27 Mar 2024 191,034 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Nearside Rear lamp lens cracked

Offside side mirror glass cracked

front number plate cracked

Pass 28 Mar 2023 188,790 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 184,548 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Engine mounting deteriorated resulting in movement

Pass 4 Mar 2021 178,266 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 172,464 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2020 172,456 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 163,618 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 163,575 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached outer casing (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2018 152,837 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 138,591 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 22 Mar 2017 138,587 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2016 126,481 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 113,048 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2014 98,689 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 98,686 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 84,978 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 72,133 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 58,682 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 42,353 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 23,768 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 23,768 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 22,287 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
Full Volkswagen Transporter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OV55 ZVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 OV55 ZVM, 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

How do I check the history of OV55 ZVM?

You can check the full history of OV55 ZVM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OV55 ZVM registered?

OV55 ZVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is OV55 ZVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 ZVM shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV55 ZVM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OV55 ZVM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.