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WG05 VRJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests34 (29 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate85.3%

Mileage

300,192 mi
Last recorded300,192 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 VRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

29 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 300,192 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2026 300,192 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 294,192 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 286,524 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 278,779 miles

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

Offside Front 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 18 Dec 2021 272,039 miles

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 267,195 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 267,195 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 256,405 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 250,463 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 242,208 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 242,142 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 227,792 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 218,863 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 209,757 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 200,411 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 200,409 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2013 188,550 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 176,551 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 179,480 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 161,617 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 151,304 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

offside front seatbelt got little bit of slack in belt

Pass 23 Mar 2011 137,154 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 137,154 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 123,128 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 107,977 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 94,660 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 77,432 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 65,434 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 49,558 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 40,408 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 29,729 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 25,105 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 25,039 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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WG05 VRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.3%.

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 WG05 VRJ, 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 WG05 VRJ registered?

WG05 VRJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is WG05 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 VRJ shows 34 tests with a 85.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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