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RJ05 ZFE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests29 (23 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate79.3%

Mileage

125,709 mi
Last recorded125,709 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ05 ZFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

23 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2019 125,709 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear leading to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside front inner CV boot slightly deteriorated

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 112,628 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 101,872 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Nearside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 101,872 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Electrical wiring damaged, but not likely to become detached (1.9.2b)

Nearside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 94,789 miles

Exhaust middle box corroded.

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside rear brake slightly binding.

Offside rear brake pipe slightly corroded.

Parking brake efficiency only just met.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 91,221 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear hand brake reading slightly low and slight bind

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2015 248,397 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 248,397 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 233,158 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 233,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 222,884 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 210,622 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 201,172 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 191,399 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 191,399 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 180,223 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 161,916 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2010 152,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 152,549 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 140,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 131,551 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 115,544 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 104,390 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 87,878 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 87,878 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 75,231 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 58,289 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 46,209 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 30,146 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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RJ05 ZFE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.3%.

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 RJ05 ZFE, 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 RJ05 ZFE registered?

RJ05 ZFE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is RJ05 ZFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ05 ZFE shows 29 tests with a 79.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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