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LM05 RXU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,303 mi
Last recorded49,303 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM05 RXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 49,303 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 49,225 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 49,068 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 49,001 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 48,582 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 45,875 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 42,740 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 41,018 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 40,693 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 39,356 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 38,732 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 37,482 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 35,894 miles

N/S/REAR BEARING

Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,603 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 32,811 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 25,963 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 12,327 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 63 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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LM05 RXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RXU, 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 RXU registered?

LM05 RXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is LM05 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM05 RXU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM05 RXU have outstanding finance?

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