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WR05 HFG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

88,042 mi
Last recorded88,042 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR05 HFG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 88,042 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 87,047 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 86,009 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 83,898 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 81,217 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 81,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2021 78,818 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 75,659 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 72,204 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 71,131 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 67,162 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 25 May 2016 63,194 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 56,774 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,731 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 48,837 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 43,927 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2012 43,927 miles
Pass 27 May 2011
Pass 2 Jun 2010 29,836 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 23,095 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 17,402 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 10,951 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 5,643 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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WR05 HFG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 WR05 HFG, 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 WR05 HFG registered?

WR05 HFG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is WR05 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR05 HFG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WR05 HFG have outstanding finance?

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