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VE05 ETZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

119,582 mi
Last recorded119,582 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE05 ETZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 119,582 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 118,744 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 118,737 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 117,660 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2024 117,656 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 116,162 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 114,802 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 112,673 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 110,053 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 108,203 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 106,190 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 103,841 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 99,136 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 94,211 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 94,211 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2014 86,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 79,740 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 72,673 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 67,453 miles

all brake discs worn

Fail 14 Jun 2010 59,231 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 59,231 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 45,567 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 32,205 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 32,205 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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VE05 ETZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 VE05 ETZ, 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

How do I check the history of VE05 ETZ?

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What year was VE05 ETZ registered?

VE05 ETZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is VE05 ETZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE05 ETZ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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