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P400 SJL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

92,564 mi
Last recorded92,564 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

RegistrationP400 SJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 92,564 miles

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

surface corrosion in underside of vehicle

Pass 7 May 2025 90,753 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 88,304 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 86,114 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 84,285 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to n/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to o/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer outer cover deteriorated

Pass 6 May 2021 83,024 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to n/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to o/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

outer cover of rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 20 May 2020 81,000 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to n/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis to o/s rear brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

rear silencer outer cover deteriorated

Pass 14 May 2019 78,186 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 78,174 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 May 2018 75,044 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 72,551 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 69,635 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 69,635 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2015 67,146 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 May 2015 67,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 May 2014 65,014 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 65,014 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2013 63,216 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 61,068 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 59,281 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 55,959 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 50,638 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 50,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2008 37,849 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 37,849 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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P400 SJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc 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 P400 SJL, 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 P400 SJL registered?

P400 SJL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is P400 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P400 SJL shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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