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RR05 EVE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

128,537 mi
Last recorded128,537 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRR05 EVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 128,537 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Mar 2025 128,536 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 123,228 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 118,702 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 114,847 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 108,249 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 107,032 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 106,925 miles

Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard and pipe work (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 96,412 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 87,247 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jan 2017 79,249 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 71,044 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 60,717 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 49,562 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 44,349 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 36,321 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 29,885 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 23,925 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 18,760 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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RR05 EVE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RR05 EVE, 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 RR05 EVE registered?

RR05 EVE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is RR05 EVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RR05 EVE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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