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WX05 JJF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

104,348 mi
Last recorded104,348 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

RegistrationWX05 JJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 104,348 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 104,348 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 98,865 miles

Centre stop lamp disconnected

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 May 2024 97,738 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 93,858 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 93,858 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 87,651 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 87,651 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 83,807 miles

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 27 Jul 2021 83,800 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 5 Aug 2020 79,682 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 79,679 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 75,665 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 73,353 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 73,353 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 65,468 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 59,993 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jul 2015 54,926 miles

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

spare wheel carrier damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2014 50,291 miles

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

rear tyres starting to perish due to age

Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,411 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 40,354 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 40,351 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,309 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2010 32,108 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 25,533 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 22,689 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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WX05 JJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 WX05 JJF, 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 WX05 JJF?

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What year was WX05 JJF registered?

WX05 JJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WX05 JJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 JJF shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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