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LM05 FZZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

160,263 mi
Last recorded160,263 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 FZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 160,263 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 159,970 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 159,970 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 154,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 154,905 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 149,030 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 146,475 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 140,039 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 138,277 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 134,349 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 1 Mar 2013 120,877 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 106,775 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 93,716 miles

center seat belt clasp plastic missing but still fully operational

Fail 17 Feb 2011 93,716 miles

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

center seat belt clasp plastic missing but still fully operational

Pass 3 Feb 2010 77,238 miles

near side center seat belt clasp , surrond missing but fully functional

Fail 3 Feb 2010 77,238 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

near side center seat belt clasp , surrond missing but fully functional

Pass 23 Feb 2009 60,156 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

high tone horn n/w

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 FZZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LM05 FZZ, 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 FZZ registered?

LM05 FZZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is LM05 FZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 FZZ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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