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192,595 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both rear shocks casings corroded.
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Exhaust smoke emission high, required extended test procedure. Plate limit 0.80m. average 0.73m. Peak 1.39m.
Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'D' bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both blades smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
Gearbox mounting defective Lower mounting knocking when taking up drive. ()
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive Recommend clean and recheck. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Bulb holder frame terminals corroded and loose. Have had repair previously. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Exhaust smoke emission high, required extended test procedure. Plate limit 0.80m. average 0.73m. Peak 1.39m.
Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both 'D' bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both blades smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
Gearbox mounting defective Lower mounting knocking when taking up drive suspect contaminated in oil. Unable to inspect due to Undertrays fitted. ()
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. Strongly recommend replacement. 205/65R16C 107/105T. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6-3mm. Strongly recommend replacement. (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Bulb 239. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive Recommend clean and recheck. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Bottle empty. (3.5 (a))
Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()
Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Headlamp aim too low Both. (1.8)
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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LC05 EJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 LC05 EJF, 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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LC05 EJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 April 2005.
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