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SG05 CFA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

125,564 mi
Last recorded125,564 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG05 CFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 125,564 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 119,244 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 113,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 103,586 miles
Pass 2 May 2021 93,661 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2021 93,046 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020
Pass 15 Feb 2019 74,458 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2019 74,458 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 70,730 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 63,380 miles

centre and rear silencers corroded

Fail 26 Oct 2016 63,378 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

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

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

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

centre and rear silencers corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2015 53,030 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 48,121 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside front tyre Firena 205/65R16 2-1-3 mm

Nearside rear tyre Michelin 205/65R16 8-9-8 mm

Offside front tyre Michelin 205/65R16 7-7-7 mm

Offside rear tyre Michelin 205/65R16 8-9-8 mm

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 20 Oct 2014 48,121 miles

Front Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Oct 2013 36,980 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 34,373 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 28,946 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2010 25,666 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 21,351 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2010 21,351 miles

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

drivers door wiring loom trunking insecure

rear body doors inner gaurds on windows insecure

rear washer supply pipe leaking and rear wipers not operating

Pass 5 Mar 2009 16,741 miles

O/S/REAR WIPER BLADE DAMAGED''''O/S/REAR WHEEL NUT INDICATORS MISSING

Pass 15 Apr 2008 12,347 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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SG05 CFA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc 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 SG05 CFA, 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 SG05 CFA registered?

SG05 CFA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is SG05 CFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG05 CFA 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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