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LF55 YKM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,488 mi
Last recorded157,488 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 YKM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 157,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

On stand suspension fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Mar 2026 157,428 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Glass (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

On stand suspension fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Mar 2025 148,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 148,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 147,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 145,564 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 139,877 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 134,017 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 2 May 2017 124,284 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 118,023 miles

emissions limits were tested and met,but the DSM could not measure the readings

Pass 25 Sep 2014 109,932 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 94,106 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 94,106 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 94,011 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 76,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 61,428 miles

Front tyre check 1000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 61,428 miles

Front tyre check 1000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 51,199 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 37,554 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wiper blades smeary

offside number plate bulb slight dim

Pass 16 Sep 2008 37,554 miles

front wiper blades smeary

offside number plate bulb slight dim

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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LF55 YKM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LF55 YKM, 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 LF55 YKM registered?

LF55 YKM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LF55 YKM safe to buy?

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