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YN05 HVZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,458 mi
Last recorded77,458 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN05 HVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 77,458 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 74,219 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 70,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MAIN, CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 10 Oct 2023 70,872 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material MAIN, CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2022 67,297 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 64,720 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 62,349 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 59,149 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 57,461 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 54,960 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 50,355 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,533 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,337 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 39,005 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,278 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 29,950 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 29,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 24,755 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 19,324 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 14,534 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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YN05 HVZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YN05 HVZ, 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 YN05 HVZ registered?

YN05 HVZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is YN05 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN05 HVZ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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