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TA51 LEE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,205 mi
Last recorded98,205 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTA51 LEE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 98,205 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 95,856 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 93,440 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 91,048 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 80,855 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 75,409 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 74,739 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 71,709 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 71,709 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 69,127 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 66,792 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 63,428 miles

Rear BOTH REAR TYRES HAVE CRACKS IN OUTER SIDE WALLS

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 60,131 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres small cracks in side walls

Pass 20 Sep 2013 57,135 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 53,603 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 48,553 miles

rear registration plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 21 Sep 2010 43,145 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 40,771 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Sep 2009 40,771 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 32,708 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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TA51 LEE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TA51 LEE, 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 TA51 LEE registered?

TA51 LEE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is TA51 LEE safe to buy?

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