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W17 SNJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

284,060 mi
Last recorded284,060 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW17 SNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 284,060 miles

Offside Front door strap

Fail 21 Jan 2026 284,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front door strap

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 281,708 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 276,633 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing cover missing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cover (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 271,333 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 271,333 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 265,721 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (both sides) (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 260,629 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 251,704 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 243,038 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 237,490 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 31 May 2017 237,487 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)

Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 229,841 miles

center exhaust box rusty

o/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 26 May 2015 223,653 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2015 223,652 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

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

fan belt cracked and perished

Pass 30 May 2014 214,933 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 196,985 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 192,597 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 185,348 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 160,728 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 160,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2009 128,199 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 99,430 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 99,430 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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W17 SNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W17 SNJ, 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 W17 SNJ registered?

W17 SNJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is W17 SNJ safe to buy?

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