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WP05 ZZC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

104,368 mi
Last recorded104,368 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 ZZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 104,368 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 101,933 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 101,933 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 98,173 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 94,676 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 91,743 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 87,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 84,028 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2020 84,028 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 80,907 miles

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 76,451 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 76,451 miles

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 71,463 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 66,322 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 62,319 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 56,410 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 50,369 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 44,812 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 38,682 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 33,328 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 27,454 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

offside rear tyre worn close to limit/deteriorated

Fail 17 Aug 2009 27,454 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

offside rear tyre worn close to limit/deteriorated

Pass 20 Aug 2008 20,388 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit

nearside rear tyre worn close to limit

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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WP05 ZZC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WP05 ZZC, 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 WP05 ZZC registered?

WP05 ZZC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is WP05 ZZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 ZZC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WP05 ZZC have outstanding finance?

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