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EK05 VTC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,097 mi
Last recorded113,097 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 VTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 113,097 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 110,602 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 105,138 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 100,874 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

exhaust back box outer casing corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2021 97,028 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test third row. ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

tail box exhaust is rusting away on outer skin.

Fail 2 Sep 2021 97,028 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test third row. ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

tail box exhaust is rusting away on outer skin.

Pass 28 Aug 2020 95,223 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

body work to near side sliding door and rear wing.

both middle and the rear exhaust boxes are rusting away on the exhaust system.

Fail 27 Aug 2020 95,223 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing glass. (3.3 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

body work to near side sliding door and rear wing.

both middle and the rear exhaust boxes are rusting away on the exhaust system.

perishing all over.

Pass 9 May 2019 94,213 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 90,408 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 87,863 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 87,863 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 82,769 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 75,684 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 72,419 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 68,150 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 62,633 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 55,370 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 47,008 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 47,008 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 36,384 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 26,276 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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EK05 VTC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EK05 VTC, 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 EK05 VTC registered?

EK05 VTC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is EK05 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 VTC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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