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LF55 ZWV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

104,170 mi
Last recorded104,170 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF55 ZWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 104,170 miles

Front and rear brake components corroded

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside rear lower reflector damaged

Pass 14 Sep 2021 104,115 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 102,758 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 101,589 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 100,393 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 99,808 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 98,720 miles

Both front tyres worn near limit

Engine mounting slight weak

Pay in suspension arm bushes

Pass 28 Apr 2015 97,199 miles

nearaide front tyre worn very near limit and sidewall damaged

offside front tyre wearing near limit

Fail 30 Oct 2013 89,798 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 89,798 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 80,771 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 71,406 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 60,744 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 48,193 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 48,189 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

wet test

Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,355 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 ZWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZWV, 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 ZWV registered?

LF55 ZWV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is LF55 ZWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF55 ZWV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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