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YD05 TDX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

309,363 mi
Last recorded309,363 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 TDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 309,363 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Nov 2025 309,339 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 299,002 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2024 298,992 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2023 293,007 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 287,071 miles

Central exhaust out skin corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 280,207 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 271,467 miles

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

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2019 263,243 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 263,241 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2018 255,289 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2017 245,989 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 238,249 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers and full length under-trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 2 Dec 2015 228,526 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under trays fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2014 218,523 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

converted to camper van

Pass 5 Dec 2013 208,591 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 204,847 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 187,811 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 165,258 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 138,247 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 109,066 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 109,066 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2008 81,758 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 81,758 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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YD05 TDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YD05 TDX, 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 YD05 TDX registered?

YD05 TDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YD05 TDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 TDX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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