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YC05 OXV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

152,469 mi
Last recorded152,469 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 OXV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 152,469 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 150,434 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 149,725 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 149,029 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 148,007 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 145,417 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 141,799 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 141,799 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 140,755 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 133,465 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2017 133,465 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust system deteriorated

power steering pipes slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2017 133,337 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

engine trim cover fitted obscuring some components

middle and rear exhaust deteriorated but not blowing

Fail 24 Jan 2017 133,336 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

engine trim cover fitted obscuring some components

middle and rear exhaust deteriorated but not blowing

Pass 14 Jun 2016 127,681 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 127,488 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 120,925 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 117,476 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 111,523 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 111,523 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Brake pad lining lamp staying on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake pad wiring loom broke

Fail 12 Nov 2012 100,068 miles

Brake warning light staying on

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside front brake pad warning wire broke

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 100,068 miles

Brake warning light staying on

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside front brake pad warning wire broke

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

Fail 11 Nov 2011 83,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 83,443 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 74,262 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 65,603 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 51,632 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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YC05 OXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc 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 YC05 OXV, 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 YC05 OXV registered?

YC05 OXV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is YC05 OXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC05 OXV 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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