2005 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · N5 AKW
2005 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 08 Apr 2005. Recorded mileage 117,829 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,829 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N5 AKW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 117,829 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N5 AKW 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 (N5 AKW) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 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: Brakes (18 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”.
N5 AKW Mileage History
- 09/11/2023117,205 mi
- 09/11/2023117,205 mi
- 19/11/2024117,483 mi+278 mi
- 02/12/2025117,814 mi+331 mi
- 03/12/2025117,829 mi+15 mi
Average of roughly 302 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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