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HX05 LJY

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

64,937 mi
Last recorded64,937 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 LJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 64,937 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust silencer deteriorating (outer skin)

Pass 3 May 2018 62,862 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 59,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 56,895 miles

All shock absorbers have reduced dampening effect

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 3 May 2016 56,895 miles

Front Anti-roll bar cracked on stops (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

All shock absorbers have reduced dampening effect

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 54,427 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 54,427 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front wipers poor

Pass 28 Apr 2014 51,344 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,354 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 43,915 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 38,665 miles

Front anti-roll bar plastic end stops are cracked

Front strut bearings are noisey in operation

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear brake discs are pitted

Rear number plate starting to fade in places

Rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 12 Apr 2011 38,665 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Freeplay/slack in handbrake cable

Front anti-roll bar plastic end stops are cracked

Front strut bearings are noisey in operation

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Rear brake discs are pitted

Rear number plate starting to fade in places

Rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 5 May 2010 34,013 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 May 2010 34,013 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 27,469 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 27,469 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,930 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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HX05 LJY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 HX05 LJY, 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.

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What year was HX05 LJY registered?

HX05 LJY is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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