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RE05 OLG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,474 mi
Last recorded126,474 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 OLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 126,474 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 123,927 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 120,757 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 117,402 miles

Offside Front stone chip on the windscreen

Pass 14 Feb 2022 113,309 miles

Offside Front stone chip on the windscreen

Fail 14 Feb 2022 113,309 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front stone chip on the windscreen

Pass 19 Feb 2021 105,445 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 105,444 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 102,055 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 97,323 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 97,322 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 91,574 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 87,142 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 87,141 miles

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

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 86,335 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 83,838 miles

emission tested and no readings redcorded

Pass 5 Feb 2015 78,021 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 73,211 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 66,525 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 60,310 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 54,701 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 49,997 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,075 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 41,075 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 30,266 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 OLG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OLG, 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 RE05 OLG registered?

RE05 OLG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is RE05 OLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 OLG shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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