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WF05 DZJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

139,406 mi
Last recorded139,406 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 DZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 139,406 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 135,352 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 131,807 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 128,311 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 128,203 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 125,408 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 119,769 miles

Rear and Centre Exhaust Silencers deteriorated

Pass 10 Feb 2020 118,298 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust backbox outer skin deteriorated

exhaust center box outer skin deteriorated

Pass 13 Feb 2019 113,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear silencer corroded

Fail 12 Feb 2019 113,157 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

rear silencer corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2018 108,248 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 99,379 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 99,379 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 91,509 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 82,487 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 73,441 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 64,381 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 57,220 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 49,156 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,893 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 25,865 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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WF05 DZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WF05 DZJ, 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 WF05 DZJ registered?

WF05 DZJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is WF05 DZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF05 DZJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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