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RK05 PTU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

165,454 mi
Last recorded165,454 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 PTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 165,454 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Mirror casing damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2025 152,543 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2025 152,541 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2024 142,944 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 135,825 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 125,131 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 115,622 miles

Central Rear seat belt clasp damaged and trapped/misaligned

Fluid leak, but not excessive Behind turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 115,605 miles

Emissions not tested May damage equipment with level of smoke. Limit 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (e))

Central Rear seat belt clasp damaged and trapped/misaligned

Fluid leak, but not excessive Behind turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2020 110,632 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 108,654 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2019 108,605 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Central exhaust box corroded

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 104,255 miles

exhaust tail section slightly corroded

Pass 6 Feb 2017 99,978 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 94,764 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 91,355 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 86,086 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 77,878 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 75,503 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 69,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 62,637 miles

damage to nearside front wing

Pass 18 Feb 2009 46,193 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 35,936 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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RK05 PTU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 RK05 PTU, 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 RK05 PTU?

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What year was RK05 PTU registered?

RK05 PTU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is RK05 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK05 PTU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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