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SFM 5R

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,676 mi
Last recorded38,676 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFM 5R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 38,676 miles

slight ageing cracks on all four tyres

Pass 6 Nov 2024 37,642 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tires slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 35,969 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 35,101 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 35,101 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 34,116 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 32,071 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 30,517 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 28,259 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 25,740 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 23,276 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewall heavily perished but not showing any cords

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall heavily perished but not showing any cords

Offside Front tyre sidewall heavily perished but not showing any cords

Offside Rear tyre sidewall heavily perished but not showing any cords

under shields fitted obscuring view

Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,998 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 21,258 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,957 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 15,746 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,219 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 11,116 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 8,381 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 6,629 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 3,649 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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SFM 5R is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 SFM 5R, 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 SFM 5R registered?

SFM 5R is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 December 2005.

Is SFM 5R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFM 5R shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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