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TNZ 1876

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

199,658 mi
Last recorded199,658 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNZ 1876
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 199,658 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2026 199,658 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2025 186,015 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 186,015 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 172,345 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 165,633 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2023 165,633 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2022 159,139 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 159,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just legal at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 152,885 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 147,467 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 141,773 miles

Oil low

Pass 17 Nov 2018 133,733 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 124,542 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 117,919 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear has cut in thread

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 112,980 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 106,488 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Gearbox mounting defective

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 96,797 miles

the o/s/r number plate lamp is dim

Pass 23 Nov 2012 89,931 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 79,757 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 79,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the n/s/f wiper blade is smearing

Fail 20 Nov 2010 67,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Nov 2010 67,518 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 51,525 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 38,102 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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TNZ 1876 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 TNZ 1876, 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 TNZ 1876 registered?

TNZ 1876 is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 December 2005.

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The MOT history for TNZ 1876 shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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