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WR05 YUW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

277,422 mi
Last recorded277,422 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 277,422 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 277,418 miles

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

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 267,573 miles

Centre exhaust system joint slightly loose / slight blow

Nearside Front alloy rim damaged

Fail 10 Nov 2022 267,573 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Centre exhaust system joint slightly loose / slight blow

Nearside Front alloy rim damaged

Pass 14 Sep 2021 251,818 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 232,824 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 214,075 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 202,030 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 202,009 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged slightly cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 195,029 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 190,719 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 185,400 miles

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

Very slight perishing to front brake hoses

rear coil springs slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2014 168,342 miles

Front brake pads low

Slight deteriation front wishbone bushes

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 152,953 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 23 Jul 2012 140,048 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 125,710 miles

center row of seats removed

Pass 17 Jul 2010 113,353 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 110,783 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 105,093 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 105,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 96,867 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 69,694 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 29,025 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 YUW 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 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 WR05 YUW, 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 YUW registered?

WR05 YUW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is WR05 YUW safe to buy?

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