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VW04 DAZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

100,130 mi
Last recorded100,130 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW04 DAZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 100,130 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 99,450 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 98,379 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 97,841 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 96,467 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 95,570 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 94,094 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 92,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 90,565 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 87,650 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 85,357 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 82,147 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 798,448 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 76,483 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 75,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

different wheels fitted to front axle

front and rear brake discs rusty

Fail 4 Aug 2011 75,098 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

different wheels fitted to front axle

front and rear brake discs rusty

Pass 28 Feb 2009 75,077 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

wipers need changing soon

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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VW04 DAZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VW04 DAZ, 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

How do I check the history of VW04 DAZ?

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What year was VW04 DAZ registered?

VW04 DAZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is VW04 DAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW04 DAZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VW04 DAZ have outstanding finance?

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