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VK05 HWD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

153,626 mi
Last recorded153,626 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 HWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 153,626 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 152,198 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Feb 2018 152,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Feb 2017 137,104 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 127,735 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 122,884 miles

offside rear tyre damaged

Fail 29 Aug 2014 122,848 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

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

offside rear tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2013 120,081 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 310,029 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 242,208 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise on movement to nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush. advise on general condition of rear brake discs.advise on engine movement when taking up drive, rear engine mounting has excessive movement under load.

Fail 22 Apr 2010 242,207 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

advise on movement to nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush. advise on general condition of rear brake discs.advise on engine movement when taking up drive, rear engine mounting has excessive movement under load.

Pass 10 Mar 2009 188,405 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 117,176 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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VK05 HWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VK05 HWD, 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 VK05 HWD registered?

VK05 HWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is VK05 HWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 HWD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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