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LF05 YMW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

125,837 mi
Last recorded125,837 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF05 YMW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 125,837 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 125,816 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 125,712 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 125,511 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 124,807 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 124,056 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 121,954 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 120,017 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 118,256 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 118,256 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 116,172 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2016 116,172 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 111,128 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 102,868 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear pads wearing low

Fail 12 Feb 2014 102,868 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear pads wearing low

Pass 19 Feb 2013 90,259 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 80,816 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 74,258 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 74,258 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 65,721 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 51,773 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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LF05 YMW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LF05 YMW, 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 LF05 YMW registered?

LF05 YMW is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is LF05 YMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF05 YMW shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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