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VW05 NDF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

206,351 mi
Last recorded206,351 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVW05 NDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 206,351 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Aug 2026 206,351 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

coolant level low

Pass 15 Jul 2025 202,151 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 196,201 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 196,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 193,601 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 192,602 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 191,681 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 190,584 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 188,818 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 188,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 186,949 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 186,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 183,893 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 179,845 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 179,845 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 171,103 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 164,703 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 164,703 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 158,094 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 256,776 miles

Oil leak

air bag light on

brake pad warning light on

Fail 13 Apr 2012 256,772 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Oil leak

air bag light on

brake pad warning light on

Fail 27 Mar 2012 256,768 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

air bag light on

brake warning light on

glow plug light flashing

Pass 30 Aug 2011 239,706 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 239,702 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 209,521 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 180,537 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 151,715 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 112,984 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 59,752 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 NDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NDF, 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 NDF registered?

VW05 NDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is VW05 NDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VW05 NDF shows 30 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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