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LN05 XXD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

211,921 mi
Last recorded211,921 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN05 XXD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 211,921 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 202,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre slightly cracked/perished

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2018 202,008 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside front tyre slightly cracked/perished

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 191,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 191,736 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 191,736 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 188,376 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 179,144 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 172,891 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 164,380 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 159,993 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 152,448 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 148,324 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 141,522 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2011 141,522 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 137,560 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2010 128,341 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 123,269 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 103,276 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 103,276 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 84,382 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 61,879 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 41,262 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 41,240 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 17 May 2007 12,194 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 XXD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XXD, 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 XXD registered?

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

Is LN05 XXD safe to buy?

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