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RA54 VWE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

88,158 mi
Last recorded88,158 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 VWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 88,158 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 81,467 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 75,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 64,810 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 8 Aug 2023 64,809 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2022 62,477 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 59,896 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 59,804 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 52,785 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 7 Feb 2019 52,775 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 6 Feb 2018 52,230 miles

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

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring full view of inspection.

Pass 8 Feb 2017 51,903 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 50,902 miles

under trays fitted.

engine covers fitted.

Fail 16 Feb 2016 50,902 miles

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

under trays fitted.

engine covers fitted.

Pass 4 Feb 2015 50,473 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 49,680 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 48,081 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 46,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 45,352 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 42,628 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 39,424 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 29,241 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 29,241 miles

Nearside Outer Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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RA54 VWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc 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 RA54 VWE, 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 RA54 VWE registered?

RA54 VWE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 February 2005.

Is RA54 VWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 VWE shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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