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T5 WSN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

106,054 mi
Last recorded106,054 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 WSN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 106,054 miles

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

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2025 103,961 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 101,216 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 99,273 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 98,346 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 95,735 miles

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 94,056 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 94,056 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 91,645 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement antiroll bar link has very slight wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 89,459 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 89,459 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 86,537 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 82,193 miles

nail in near side rear

near side rear tyre getting worn

Fail 9 Dec 2015 82,193 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nail in near side rear

near side rear tyre getting worn

Pass 24 Jul 2013 78,175 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 65,174 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 50,980 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 36,643 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 27,206 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 17,432 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,432 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 WSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 WSN, 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 WSN registered?

T5 WSN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 July 2005.

Is T5 WSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T5 WSN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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