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T5 FUU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,634 mi
Last recorded111,634 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 FUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 111,634 miles

Coil spring corroded all round (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2024 108,942 miles

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

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe incorrectly routed and showing signs of fouling anti roll bar

Pass 27 Sep 2023 106,523 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 103,307 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 103,253 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2021 98,597 miles

Brake pad warning lamp on

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

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 93,659 miles

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

both mirror covers loose

exhaust back box corroded

undertray

Fail 6 Oct 2020 93,637 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

both mirror covers loose

exhaust back box corroded

undertray

Pass 11 Apr 2019 86,451 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 80,937 miles

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

exhaust deteriorated

Fail 19 Apr 2018 80,937 miles

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

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

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2017 74,039 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 63,951 miles

n/s/r o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 14 Apr 2015 60,305 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 55,930 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 55,396 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 48,450 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 48,433 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 47,340 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 40,352 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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T5 FUU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 T5 FUU, 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 T5 FUU registered?

T5 FUU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is T5 FUU safe to buy?

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