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PV05 CGG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

104,287 mi
Last recorded104,287 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPV05 CGG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 104,287 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

could not check rear belts rear full of stuff

exhaust deteriating

slight corrosion to suspension components/underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Jan 2025 103,224 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 103,224 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 101,503 miles

Exhaust system corroding

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service light on dash

Fail 8 Jan 2024 101,503 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust system corroding

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service light on dash

Pass 9 Jan 2023 96,623 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front n/s and o/s steering arm has slight play from rack/arm

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush perishing and weak (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 93,607 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 93,607 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 91,512 miles

Drivers seatbelt starting to fray and slight damage

Fail 5 Jan 2021 91,512 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s/f tyre split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drivers seatbelt starting to fray and slight damage

front brake pads wearing low

o/s and n/s front to rear brake pipes corroding

o/s and n/s lower wishbone bushes weak and slight play

Pass 16 Jan 2020 88,763 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 88,763 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 85,040 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2018 80,738 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 10 Jan 2017 77,265 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 69,760 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 55,591 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 47,641 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 38,408 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 37,038 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 33,358 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 28,495 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,399 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 22,399 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 May 2008 16,605 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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PV05 CGG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc 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 PV05 CGG, 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 PV05 CGG registered?

PV05 CGG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is PV05 CGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for PV05 CGG 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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