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LA54 WVB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,437 mi
Last recorded102,437 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA54 WVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 102,437 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 97,252 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

n/s/r light damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2024 93,654 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shocks showing signs of misting at some point, not to excess. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 86,927 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shocks misting, O/S more so. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 81,149 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rears, not to excess. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 75,170 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear shocks showing signs of misting, not to excess. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 75,170 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both rear shocks showing signs of misting, not to excess. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 71,603 miles

Front Both front tyre valves showing signs of perishing, not to excess.

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2020 71,601 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Both front tyre valves showing signs of perishing, not to excess.

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre showing signs of perishing, not to excess. 215/65/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 65,363 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre is starting to perish

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 60,467 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 49,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jan 2016 41,523 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 39,696 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 35,822 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jan 2012 28,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2011 25,625 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 22,317 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 20,056 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 16,461 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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LA54 WVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LA54 WVB, 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 LA54 WVB registered?

LA54 WVB is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LA54 WVB safe to buy?

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