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X12 ROD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

79,655 mi
Last recorded79,655 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX12 ROD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 79,655 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 77,238 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 74,334 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2024 74,328 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 71,413 miles

Nearside Rear signs of brake disc overheated, brake efficiency slightly lower than offside

Rear tyres are wearing uneven on inner edges, may cause road noise

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 68,131 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2021 65,761 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2020 63,481 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2019 60,796 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2018 56,408 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Jan 2017 51,268 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended Rear wishbone bush (2.4.F.3)

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

Under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2016 46,356 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 45,807 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 43,647 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,961 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 39,245 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 36,769 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 34,544 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 28,932 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 22,795 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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X12 ROD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 X12 ROD, 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 X12 ROD?

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What year was X12 ROD registered?

X12 ROD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is X12 ROD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X12 ROD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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