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LC05 EJF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

192,595 mi
Last recorded192,595 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 EJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 192,595 miles

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))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 185,440 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 185,440 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 179,787 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 173,926 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 169,767 miles

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))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 165,353 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2020 161,080 miles

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))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 161,080 miles

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))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 152,480 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Fail 15 Feb 2019 152,480 miles

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 ()

Pass 7 Feb 2018 143,430 miles

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)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 135,765 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 135,765 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both. (1.8)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 126,632 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 126,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 119,954 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 111,183 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 111,183 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 100,740 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2012 100,657 miles

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)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 93,668 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2011 93,668 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 87,009 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 87,009 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 75,048 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 75,048 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 62,025 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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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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What year was LC05 EJF registered?

LC05 EJF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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