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L55 DMK

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

42,375 mi
Last recorded42,375 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL55 DMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 42,375 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 42,372 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2025 41,616 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 40,790 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 39,889 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 38,598 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 38,195 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 37,256 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 35,235 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 34,668 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 33,737 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 32,669 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2015 32,623 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 31,233 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 29,280 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 27,520 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 23,394 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 23,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 20,631 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 13,336 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 12,978 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 9,581 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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L55 DMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L55 DMK, 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 L55 DMK registered?

L55 DMK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 27 January 2005.

Is L55 DMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L55 DMK shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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