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P21 TRM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

256,902 mi
Last recorded256,902 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP21 TRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 256,902 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2026 256,901 miles

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front To Rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front To Rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 252,754 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S & O/S Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 248,749 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2023 243,164 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 236,873 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 234,422 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 231,379 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 226,307 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 218,156 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 204,023 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 190,037 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 189,053 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 189,053 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 187,437 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 187,437 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 166,735 miles

front tyres advance wear 215/65R16C

Pass 27 Sep 2011 137,373 miles

o/s/f antiroll bar vertical link dust cover split

Fail 29 Sep 2010 112,485 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 112,485 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 83,663 miles

windscreen cracked within limits

Pass 18 Sep 2008 58,895 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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P21 TRM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue 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 P21 TRM, 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 P21 TRM registered?

P21 TRM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is P21 TRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P21 TRM 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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