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T14 SGB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

89,860 mi
Last recorded89,860 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT14 SGB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 89,860 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2026 89,546 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 88,343 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 86,729 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Apr 2024 86,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 84,958 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 82,822 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 82,822 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 78,886 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 77,288 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 75,753 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 74,108 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 74,107 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 72,052 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 69,406 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 66,687 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 66,687 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 66,208 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 58,115 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 52,162 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 46,296 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2011 46,296 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 40,211 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 29,590 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 29,590 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 23,701 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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T14 SGB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 T14 SGB, 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.

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What year was T14 SGB registered?

T14 SGB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is T14 SGB safe to buy?

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