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VNZ 5256

2005 Volkswagen Unknown

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

199,264 mi
Last recorded199,264 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Unknown133,712 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVNZ 5256
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 199,264 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 188,320 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 188,270 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 182,879 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 179,118 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2021 178,891 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 171,894 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 171,834 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 163,880 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 163,781 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 157,913 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 157,685 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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VNZ 5256 is a 2005 Volkswagen Unknown in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 133,712 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VNZ 5256, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VNZ 5256?

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What year was VNZ 5256 registered?

VNZ 5256 is a 2005 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is VNZ 5256 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VNZ 5256 shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VNZ 5256 have outstanding finance?

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