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VK05 NLC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,916 mi
Last recorded83,916 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 NLC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 83,916 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 83,916 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 81,574 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 78,889 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged tread is damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 76,603 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 74,347 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 74,347 miles

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Aug 2020 73,068 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 69,481 miles

Exhaust in poor condition

Pass 17 Apr 2018 63,769 miles

Centre box deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2017 58,200 miles

centre silencer peelling not blowing

Pass 21 Apr 2016 53,687 miles

Nearside steering rack has slight play

Rear bumper damaged both sides

both front brake hoses have slight surface cracks starting

unable to fully check underside due to trim covering floor

Pass 16 Apr 2015 49,142 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,657 miles

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 10 Apr 2013 43,236 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 43,201 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,889 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,403 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2011 35,402 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 31,634 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 26,971 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 21,825 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 NLC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NLC, 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 NLC registered?

VK05 NLC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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The MOT history for VK05 NLC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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