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SP05 CVT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

40,795 mi
Last recorded40,795 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 CVT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 40,795 miles

HEAVY CORROSION ON BOTH FRONT WHEELS

SURFACE CORROSION ON CHASSIS, BODY PANELS, BRAKE PIPES, FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSES AND ALL UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Fail 31 Mar 2026 40,790 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

HEAVY CORROSION ON BOTH FRONT WHEELS

SURFACE CORROSION ON CHASSIS, BODY PANELS, BRAKE PIPES, FLEXIBLE BRAKE HOSES AND ALL UNDERSIDE COMPONENTS

Pass 4 Apr 2025 40,144 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 40,126 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 39,922 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back of caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 37,787 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 37,768 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 34,709 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 30,233 miles

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front tyres deteriorating

brake pad warning light on

engine bay cover fitted

slight oil leak

under body components slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2021 30,231 miles

Rear Coil spring fractured or broken NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front tyres deteriorating

brake pad warning light on

engine bay cover fitted

slight oil leak

under body components slightly corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2020 28,015 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 23,077 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 20,329 miles

Body has slight corrosion underside components (6.1.B.2)

surface rust present on discs, needs a run

Pass 6 May 2017 17,723 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,142 miles

Brake pipes have been greased

Pass 16 May 2015 15,386 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 13,216 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 11,516 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,689 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 9,629 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,503 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 7,975 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 6,842 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,688 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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SP05 CVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 SP05 CVT, 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 SP05 CVT registered?

SP05 CVT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is SP05 CVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 CVT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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