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EU05 UOV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

85,573 mi
Last recorded85,573 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 UOV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 85,573 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 83,450 miles

Nearside Registration plate Light intensity severely reduced

Pass 8 Aug 2024 80,464 miles

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

Offside Wing damaged

Fail 8 Aug 2024 80,464 miles

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

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

Offside Wing damaged

Pass 7 Aug 2023 76,450 miles

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

O/S/F Wing Slightly Damaged

Pass 2 Aug 2022 72,604 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wing damaged

Fail 2 Aug 2022 72,599 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Offside Front Wing damaged

Pass 13 Jul 2021 66,475 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear under tray cover slight insecure

Offside Front wing damaged

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 64,030 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 62,168 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 57,565 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 54,879 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 51,079 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 48,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 46,662 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 43,203 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 40,221 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 37,561 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 33,872 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 27,555 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 23,372 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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EU05 UOV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 EU05 UOV, 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 EU05 UOV registered?

EU05 UOV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is EU05 UOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU05 UOV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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