CarVerify

Free Car Check

SO05 ZKV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

341,406 mi
Last recorded341,406 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

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

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 341,406 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 341,406 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 322,233 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 303,458 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% variance (nearside poor on balance) (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 289,191 miles

Oil leak.

Reverse light not working

Pass 16 Sep 2014 278,547 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear exhaust box outre skin corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2014 278,547 miles

Nearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear exhaust box outre skin corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2013 268,512 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 268,506 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 222,437 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2012 222,386 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2011 173,915 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 134,435 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 119,137 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 101,141 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 76,583 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
Full Volkswagen Transporter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SO05 ZKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZKV, 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 SO05 ZKV?

You can check the full history of SO05 ZKV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SO05 ZKV registered?

SO05 ZKV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is SO05 ZKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO05 ZKV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO05 ZKV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SO05 ZKV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.