2005 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · MA05 FZL
2005 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 15 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 186,144 miles. MOT valid until 27 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 186,144 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA05 FZL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 186,144 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA05 FZL 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 (MA05 FZL) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 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 (17 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 38 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: “Central Exhaust system insecure bracket loose (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
MA05 FZL Mileage History
- 23/05/2024177,236 mi
- 23/05/2025181,237 mi+4,001 mi
- 29/05/2025181,263 mi+26 mi
- 21/05/2026186,143 mi+4,880 mi
- 22/05/2026186,144 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 4,463 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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