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S121 FLY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

148,101 mi
Last recorded148,101 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS121 FLY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 148,101 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 142,888 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 138,654 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 133,120 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 127,882 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 122,701 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 118,297 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 112,598 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 106,192 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,287 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 94,504 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 6 Feb 2015 94,504 miles

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 89,322 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 89,322 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2013 81,892 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2013 81,892 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 74,368 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 74,368 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 63,253 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 21 Apr 2010 49,636 miles

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

engine undertray and under covers fitted

Fail 21 Apr 2010 49,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

engine undertray and under covers fitted

Pass 14 May 2009 38,434 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 27,493 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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S121 FLY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S121 FLY, 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 S121 FLY registered?

S121 FLY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is S121 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S121 FLY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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