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CW05 LKA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

177,658 mi
Last recorded177,658 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 LKA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 177,658 miles

Nearside and offside rear handbrake performance only just met and would advise adjustment or repair

Pass 9 Jul 2024 177,025 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 174,767 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 169,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2021 169,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 166,054 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 161,117 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 155,206 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 152,128 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 146,849 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 141,785 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 136,729 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 132,031 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 132,031 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 125,768 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 116,375 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 108,163 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 104,322 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 88,955 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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CW05 LKA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc 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 CW05 LKA, 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 CW05 LKA registered?

CW05 LKA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is CW05 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW05 LKA 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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