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VW05 MMR

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

129,267 mi
Last recorded129,267 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW05 MMR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 129,267 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2026 129,236 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed offside and nearside (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 117,786 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 117,785 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2024 109,802 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2024 109,786 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 101,175 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, front to rear pipes at rear hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 89,065 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 89,065 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 86,905 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 82,597 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 80,927 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 78,613 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 77,305 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 76,072 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 74,037 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 71,575 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 69,348 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 69,338 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Additional braking device wiring not secure (3.6.I.5)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2012 66,246 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 64,251 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 61,441 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 50,697 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,684 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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VW05 MMR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 VW05 MMR, 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 VW05 MMR registered?

VW05 MMR is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is VW05 MMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW05 MMR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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