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RE05 DUA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

105,747 mi
Last recorded105,747 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 DUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 105,747 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 98,064 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 91,712 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 86,945 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 83,798 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 82,918 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 79,473 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 77,998 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Offside Rear damage to bodywork

Fail 23 May 2018 77,998 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

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

Offside Rear damage to bodywork

Pass 21 Dec 2017 75,426 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 75,422 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 60,299 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre has flat spot

Pass 11 Feb 2015 56,149 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 50,697 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both nearside front to rear brake pipes hidden behind under-trays so not inspected

offside front brake pads wearing down

offside front brake sticking slightly

Pass 21 Feb 2013 43,519 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 38,892 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 36,580 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 36,489 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 36,489 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 32,305 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 26,309 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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RE05 DUA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc 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 RE05 DUA, 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 RE05 DUA registered?

RE05 DUA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is RE05 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 DUA 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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