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SP05 DFC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,059 mi
Last recorded80,059 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 DFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 80,059 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2026 79,279 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 79,279 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 76,597 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 74,565 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 74,562 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 71,941 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 68,859 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 67,347 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 66,879 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 64,378 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 60,821 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 58,021 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,329 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 50,567 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 43,881 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system deteriorating

rear discs starting to deteriorate

Pass 15 Apr 2013 39,463 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 34,512 miles

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear brake disc corroded

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 12 May 2011 30,564 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 28,438 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 22,014 miles

both front tyres getting low

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2008 13,059 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 DFC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DFC, 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 DFC registered?

SP05 DFC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is SP05 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 DFC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SP05 DFC have outstanding finance?

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