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LN05 XWZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

172,037 mi
Last recorded172,037 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 XWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 172,037 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

center and rear exhaust silencers deteriorating

Pass 22 Jan 2018 165,856 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jan 2017 147,948 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 119,590 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 99,745 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 89,306 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 79,154 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 79,154 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 242,002 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 222,434 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 182,965 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 123,185 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 123,184 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 103,058 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 102,206 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 67,384 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 47,793 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2007 47,793 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 11,138 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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LN05 XWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LN05 XWZ, 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 LN05 XWZ registered?

LN05 XWZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is LN05 XWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN05 XWZ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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