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LM05 EVC

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

147,367 mi
Last recorded147,367 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 EVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 147,367 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 147,365 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2023 147,346 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 144,033 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 142,072 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 139,135 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 139,099 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

under trays fitted and obscuring some components

Pass 24 Jul 2015 129,765 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

off side rear brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Aug 2014 122,832 miles

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

Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

off side parking brake performance low

Fail 11 Aug 2014 122,832 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

off side parking brake performance low

Pass 24 Jul 2013 115,079 miles

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

centre seat belt catch cover damaged

Pass 24 Jul 2012 108,838 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 102,987 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 102,987 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 97,671 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 97,671 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 94,444 miles

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

brake warning light on

Pass 14 Aug 2008 90,013 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 90,013 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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LM05 EVC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LM05 EVC, 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 LM05 EVC registered?

LM05 EVC is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is LM05 EVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 EVC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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