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SO05 ABV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

150,660 mi
Last recorded150,660 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 ABV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 150,660 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 150,654 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 149,881 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front inner wheel arch corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 149,189 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2024 149,184 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 146,691 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2021 145,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 143,781 miles

surface rust beneath vehicle

Pass 17 Oct 2019 141,642 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 141,608 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 138,434 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 134,849 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 134,848 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brake pipes corroded, from brake hose to centre

offside front tyre close to legal limit and worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Sep 2016 131,932 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 124,614 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 103,446 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 87,012 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 72,495 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 61,203 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 47,880 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 33,450 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 25,189 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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SO05 ABV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SO05 ABV, 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 SO05 ABV registered?

SO05 ABV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is SO05 ABV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 ABV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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