2006 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · MT51 ADE
2006 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 06 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 139,328 miles. MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,328 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MT51 ADE Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/09/2025
- 139,328 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MT51 ADE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (MT51 ADE) between July 2009 and September 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 27 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
MT51 ADE Mileage History
- 07/07/200926,160 mi
- 26/08/201039,707 mi+13,547 mi
- 25/08/201150,310 mi+10,603 mi
- 24/09/201263,406 mi+13,096 mi
- 14/09/201370,455 mi+7,049 mi
- 17/09/201479,458 mi+9,003 mi
- 19/09/201587,674 mi+8,216 mi
- 08/09/201693,524 mi+5,850 mi
- 01/09/2017100,486 mi+6,962 mi
- 08/09/2017100,605 mi+119 mi
- 19/09/2018109,045 mi+8,440 mi
- 19/09/2018109,045 mi
- 06/09/2019116,768 mi+7,723 mi
- 22/09/2020122,693 mi+5,925 mi
- 24/09/2020122,693 mi
- 20/09/2021125,818 mi+3,125 mi
- 20/09/2021125,818 mi
- 13/09/2022130,355 mi+4,537 mi
- 14/09/2023135,929 mi+5,574 mi
- 27/09/2025139,328 mi+3,399 mi
Average of roughly 6,975 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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