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YB05 DDF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,241 mi
Last recorded58,241 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 DDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2026 58,241 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 57,909 miles

Central Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 56,982 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 55,951 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 55,152 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion ( by brake hose) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 54,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear wheel rubbing on rear wheel arch

exhaust system deteriorated

parking brake cables corroded

undershield fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 18 Aug 2020 53,350 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 51,988 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 49,719 miles

parking brake cables corroded

undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 14 Aug 2017 44,420 miles

front and rear brake pads low

Pass 10 Aug 2016 40,800 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wering on outer edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

front subframe corroded

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Aug 2015 39,637 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2014 37,220 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 5 Aug 2013 35,428 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

parking brake cable corroded

rear wheels running close to body

Pass 13 Aug 2012 31,121 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 27,700 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,089 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 18,813 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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YB05 DDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YB05 DDF, 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 YB05 DDF registered?

YB05 DDF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is YB05 DDF safe to buy?

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