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DE03 ATE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

190,054 mi
Last recorded190,054 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 ATE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 190,054 miles

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped. various (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 15 Aug 2025 190,050 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped. various (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer casing missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 178,861 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 31 Aug 2023 165,798 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front tyres wearing on edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front anti roll bar links worn

both front tyres wearing on edges

front to rear brake pipes corroded

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

offside rear shock absorber lower bush worn

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 Aug 2022 152,154 miles

offside front anti roll bar link worn

Pass 18 Aug 2021 143,074 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 136,907 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroded in places

Pass 3 Sep 2019 130,050 miles

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

front lower engine mount worn

nearside front anti roll bar link worn

nearside front lower suspension arm rear bush worn

Pass 3 Sep 2018 120,468 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 120,468 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 106,353 miles

rear inner brake pads wearing thin

Pass 16 Mar 2016 88,583 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 86,514 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases deteriorated (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 78,108 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Nov 2014 78,108 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2013 70,842 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2012 61,280 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 49,439 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 40,047 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 30,467 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 20,866 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 20,715 miles

N/S door window missing

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2008 20,715 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

N/S door window missing

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DE03 ATE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DE03 ATE, 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.

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What year was DE03 ATE registered?

DE03 ATE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is DE03 ATE safe to buy?

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