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T28 BEB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

181,761 mi
Last recorded181,761 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT28 BEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 181,761 miles

Offside Front Top mount is noisy

Rear of vehicle around

Pass 1 Oct 2024 179,192 miles

Offside Front Top mount bearing noisy

Pass 3 Oct 2023 175,868 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 172,675 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 169,720 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 165,009 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 165,009 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 156,937 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 155,683 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2017 152,025 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 147,594 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 142,814 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 137,111 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 118,715 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 95,504 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 69,375 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 69,375 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 59,507 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 47,503 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 36,739 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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T28 BEB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 T28 BEB, 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 T28 BEB?

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What year was T28 BEB registered?

T28 BEB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is T28 BEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T28 BEB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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