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WL05 HRM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,375 mi
Last recorded141,375 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL05 HRM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 141,375 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 139,804 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 137,608 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 137,039 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 135,034 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 132,955 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 129,249 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 125,073 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 121,751 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 113,986 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 108,817 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 101,688 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 96,543 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 89,757 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 75,822 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2011 75,384 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2010 61,332 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 47,621 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 47,621 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 45,966 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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WL05 HRM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WL05 HRM, 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

How do I check the history of WL05 HRM?

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What year was WL05 HRM registered?

WL05 HRM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is WL05 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL05 HRM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL05 HRM have outstanding finance?

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