2005 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · BG05 CPF
2005 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 06 May 2005. Recorded mileage 199,228 miles. MOT valid until 05 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BG05 CPF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2026
- 199,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BG05 CPF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Volkswagen Transporter (BG05 CPF) between July 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged mounting broken (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Exhaust fumes entering cabin rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
BG05 CPF Mileage History
- 06/07/2023190,159 mi
- 28/11/2024191,216 mi+1,057 mi
- 09/01/2026199,220 mi+8,004 mi
- 03/02/2026199,228 mi+8 mi
- 06/02/2026199,228 mi
Average of roughly 3,502 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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